NR5 0AN is a sought-after residential area on Olive Road, 0.8km from Hellesdon, Lower in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.
For families considering a move, NR5 0AN represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00136907 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLIVE ROAD, NR5 0AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLIVE ROAD, NR5 0AN.
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48
£ 0 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR5 0AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NR5 0AN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0AN. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 275,000
5 sales · Mean £ 287,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR5 0AN has low crime rates — 36 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.
school Local Schools
Valley Primary Academy
Norwich Primary Academy
Earlham Nursery School
Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School
Henderson Green Primary School
Costessey Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Cherry Tree0.6 km
- The Crown0.6 km
- Anatoli Social Club0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Subway At BP Oval Service Station0.7 km
- Peking House0.8 km
- Trawlers Fish And Chips0.8 km
- Bite Into0.6 km
- New Wok0.5 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Emporium Norwich0.7 km
- DOXI.0.7 km
- Morrisons Daily0.8 km
- The Village Shop0.9 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
- East Of England Co-operative Society0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich4.9 km
- Salhouse10.7 km
- Brundall Gardens12.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NR50AN · Data under Open Government Licence