Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

MARGARET ROAD, NR5 0AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARGARET ROAD, NR5 0AU.

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 0AU 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 0AU 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. Property prices are trending up 1.6% year-on-year.

home £230,000 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR5 0AU is a sought-after residential area on Margaret Road, 0.6km from New Costessey in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.

For families considering a move, NR5 0AU represents 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 £230k, up 1.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0AU 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 0AU. 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

Semi-Detached

£ 200,000

7 sales · Mean £ 209,258

Detached

£ 310,000

2 sales · Mean £ 310,000

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

NR5 0AU 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 offences20
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2

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 pupils1.1 km
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Costessey Primary School

Good603 pupils1.3 km
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Ormiston Victory Academy

Outstanding1266 pupils1.4 km
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Norwich Primary Academy

Good303 pupils1.5 km
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Earlham Nursery School

Good87 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

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

5 nearby
  • Subway At BP Oval Service Station0.9 km
  • Bite Into0.2 km
  • New Wok0.2 km
  • Istanbul Kebab0.8 km
  • Barrons Fish And Chips0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • The Village Shop0.6 km
  • Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Easters Bakery Ltd0.5 km
  • MRH( GB) LTD0.8 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • East Of England Co-operative Society0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwich5.4 km
  • Salhouse10.9 km
  • Wymondham12.3 km