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.
GUNTON LANE, NR5 0AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GUNTON LANE, NR5 0AQ.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
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
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.
school Local Schools
Valley Primary Academy
Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School
Norwich Primary Academy
Earlham Nursery School
Costessey Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Cherry Tree0.9 km
- The Crown0.5 km
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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: NR50AQ · Data under Open Government Licence