Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

GUNTON LANE, NR5 0AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GUNTON LANE, NR5 0AE.

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Population

273

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NR5 0AE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

NR5 0AE is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £261k, 89% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR5 0AE is a sought-after residential area on Gunton Lane, 0.3km from New Costessey in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR5, NR5 0AE offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £261k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00136919 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0AE. The average age is 50.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 280,000

5 sales · Mean £ 270,300

Semi-Detached

£ 209,000

1 sales · Mean £ 209,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NR5 0AE has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting20
Violence and sexual offences20
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Costessey Primary School

Good603 pupils1.2 km
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Valley Primary Academy

Requires Improvement158 pupils1.2 km
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Ormiston Victory Academy

Outstanding1266 pupils1.2 km
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Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding186 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • New Wok0.4 km
  • Barrons Fish And Chips0.4 km
  • Bite Into0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Easters Bakery Ltd0.8 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.7 km
  • The Village Shop0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • East Of England Co-operative Society0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Crown0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwich5.7 km
  • Salhouse11.1 km
  • Wymondham12.4 km