NR5 0DF is a well-regarded residential area on Oval Road, 0.8km from North Earlham in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 54 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00136910 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OVAL ROAD, NR5 0DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OVAL ROAD, NR5 0DF.
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54
£ 0 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR5 0DF 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.
Area Character
NR5 0DF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0DF. The average age is 53.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 216,250
8 sales · Mean £ 213,947
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NR5 0DF is moderate at 61 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
Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School
Norwich Primary Academy
Earlham Nursery School
Costessey Primary School
Henderson Green Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Emporium Norwich0.9 km
- Kwik Save0.6 km
- Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.2 km
- Easters Bakery Ltd0.1 km
- MRH( GB) LTD0.6 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Bite Into0.5 km
- Istanbul Kebab0.2 km
- Yummy Yummy Taste Food0.7 km
- Barrons Fish And Chips0.5 km
- New Wok0.4 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Anatoli Social Club0.7 km
- The Crown0.5 km
- The Cherry Tree0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- East Of England Co-operative Society0.4 km
- Aldi0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Society Alive Food Hive1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich5.0 km
- Salhouse10.9 km
- Wymondham12.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NR50DF · Data under Open Government Licence