Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

DE GREY CLOSE, NR5 0AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DE GREY CLOSE, NR5 0AL.

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Population

323

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Avg Age

43

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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 0AL 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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7/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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1/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. NR5 0AL's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £340k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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 0AL is a sought-after residential area on De Grey Close, 0.9km 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 0AL offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k. 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 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00136914 (shared with 10 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 0AL. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.0%
Asian / British Asian6.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 275,000

5 sales · Mean £ 285,339

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

NR5 0AL has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences36
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order6
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding186 pupils0.5 km
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Costessey Primary School

Good603 pupils0.7 km
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Valley Primary Academy

Requires Improvement158 pupils0.9 km
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Ormiston Victory Academy

Outstanding1266 pupils1.0 km
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St Michael's VA Junior School

Good394 pupils1.0 km
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Chapel Break Infant School

Outstanding176 pupils1.3 km
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Norwich Primary Academy

Good303 pupils1.4 km
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Earlham Nursery School

Good87 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Country Kitchen Foods Ltd @ Grays Fair Court0.9 km
  • Orchard Rooms Luncheon Club0.9 km
  • Castle Carvery - Clocktower0.8 km
  • Society Alive Food Hive0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Avenue Fish, Chicken & Pizza Place0.8 km
  • Bite Into0.5 km
  • China China0.8 km
  • Istanbul Kebab0.7 km
  • Barrons Fish And Chips0.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.7 km
  • Easters Bakery Ltd0.5 km
  • MRH( GB) LTD0.3 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.4 km
  • Cloverhill News0.6 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • East Of England Co-operative Society0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Crown0.5 km
  • The Cherry Tree0.7 km
  • The FDC0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwich5.6 km
  • Salhouse11.5 km
  • Wymondham11.7 km