NR5 0DQ is a sought-after residential area on Oval Road, 0.7km from Hellesdon, Lower in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £266k, down 36.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00136907 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OVAL ROAD, NR5 0DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OVAL ROAD, NR5 0DQ.
266
48
£ 0 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR5 0DQ 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
No single demographic signal dominates NR5 0DQ — age 48, 77% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £266k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 36.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0DQ. 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
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
Terraced
£ 220,000
4 sales · Mean £ 237,500
Detached
£ 358,000
1 sales · Mean £ 358,000
Semi-Detached
£ 260,000
2 sales · Mean £ 260,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR5 0DQ has low crime rates — 17 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
Earlham Nursery School
Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School
Henderson Green Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Cherry Tree0.7 km
- The Crown0.6 km
- Anatoli Social Club0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Subway At BP Oval Service Station0.8 km
- Peking House0.9 km
- Trawlers Fish And Chips0.9 km
- Bite Into0.6 km
- New Wok0.5 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Emporium Norwich0.6 km
- DOXI.0.6 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- The Village Shop0.9 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- East Of England Co-operative Society0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich4.8 km
- Salhouse10.6 km
- Brundall Gardens12.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NR50DQ · Data under Open Government Licence