NR5 0DG is a sought-after residential area on Oval Road, 0.8km from Hellesdon, Lower in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR5, NR5 0DG 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 54) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 90% 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 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £347k, up 61.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0DG are sourced from Output Area E00136910 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OVAL ROAD, NR5 0DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OVAL ROAD, NR5 0DG.
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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 0DG 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 0DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 90% 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 61.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0DG. 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
£ 266,000
7 sales · Mean £ 291,214
Detached
£ 307,500
1 sales · Mean £ 307,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR5 0DG has low crime rates — 44 incidents 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
Norwich Primary Academy
Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School
Earlham Nursery School
Henderson Green Primary School
Costessey Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Emporium Norwich0.8 km
- Kwik Save0.7 km
- Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.3 km
- Easters Bakery Ltd0.3 km
- MRH( GB) LTD0.7 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Bite Into0.5 km
- Istanbul Kebab0.3 km
- Yummy Yummy Taste Food0.7 km
- Barrons Fish And Chips0.5 km
- New Wok0.5 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Anatoli Social Club0.7 km
- The Crown0.5 km
- The Cherry Tree0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- East Of England Co-operative Society0.5 km
- Aldi0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich4.9 km
- Salhouse10.7 km
- Wymondham12.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NR50DG · Data under Open Government Licence