Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

GUNTON LANE, NR5 0AQ House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

266

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR5 0AQ 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.

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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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2/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NR5 0AQ spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 11.8% year-on-year.

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

NR5 0AQ is a sought-after residential area on Gunton Lane, 0.7km from Hellesdon, Lower in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.

For families considering a move, NR5 0AQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £254k, up 11.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00136907 (shared with 5 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 0AQ. 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

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 269,000

9 sales · Mean £ 271,111

Terraced

£ 172,500

6 sales · Mean £ 177,166

Detached

£ 210,000

3 sales · Mean £ 245,000

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

NR5 0AQ has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences21
Shoplifting20
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Valley Primary Academy

Requires Improvement158 pupils0.7 km
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Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding186 pupils1.2 km
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Norwich Primary Academy

Good303 pupils1.2 km
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Earlham Nursery School

Good87 pupils1.3 km
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Costessey Primary School

Good603 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Cherry Tree0.9 km
  • The Crown0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Subway At BP Oval Service Station0.9 km
  • Bite Into0.5 km
  • New Wok0.4 km
  • Bacon \& Burger1.0 km
  • Istanbul Kebab0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Emporium Norwich0.7 km
  • DOXI.0.7 km
  • The Village Shop0.9 km
  • Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Easters Bakery Ltd0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwich5.0 km
  • Salhouse10.6 km
  • Brundall Gardens12.3 km