Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

OLIVE ROAD, NR5 0AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLIVE ROAD, NR5 0AS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

291

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR5 0AS 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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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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1/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

NR5 0AS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 93% 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.

home £390,000 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR5 0AS is a sought-after residential area on Olive Road, 0.7km 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 0AS offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 93% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k.

Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00136905 (shared with 4 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 0AS. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 357,500

2 sales · Mean £ 357,500

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

NR5 0AS has low crime rates — 21 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 offences19
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Valley Primary Academy

Requires Improvement158 pupils0.9 km
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Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding186 pupils1.2 km
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Costessey Primary School

Good603 pupils1.4 km
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Norwich Primary Academy

Good303 pupils1.4 km
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Ormiston Victory Academy

Outstanding1266 pupils1.5 km
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Earlham Nursery School

Good87 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Cherry Tree0.9 km
  • The Crown0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Subway At BP Oval Service Station1.0 km
  • Bite Into0.4 km
  • New Wok0.3 km
  • Istanbul Kebab0.8 km
  • Barrons Fish And Chips0.3 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Emporium Norwich1.0 km
  • DOXI.1.0 km
  • The Village Shop0.7 km
  • Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Easters Bakery Ltd0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • East Of England Co-operative Society0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwich5.3 km
  • Salhouse10.8 km
  • Wymondham12.5 km