NR6 5BA is a safe, established residential area on Hellesdon Mill Lane, 0.4km from Hellesdon, Lower in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Wensum ward and the Norwich South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR6 5BA are sourced from Output Area E00136650 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HELLESDON MILL LANE, NR6 5BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HELLESDON MILL LANE, NR6 5BA.
295
40
£ 38,100 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR6 5BA represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. NR6 5BA's 68% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £445k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR6 5BA. The average age is 39.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 400,000
1 sales · Mean £ 400,000
Detached
£ 490,000
1 sales · Mean £ 490,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR6 5BA has low crime rates — 13 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
Henderson Green Primary School
Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School
Wensum Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods1.0 km
- NVCS0.6 km
- Seasons @ Briar Chemicals0.6 km
- Burger King0.9 km
- Drayton Building Services Ltd0.9 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Emporium Norwich0.3 km
- Sweetbriar Service Station0.9 km
- Kwik Save0.9 km
- Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.8 km
- The Good Life Home Brew Centre0.8 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Fat Pizza0.9 km
- Istanbul Kebab0.8 km
- Yummy Yummy Taste Food0.9 km
- Bacon \& Burger1.0 km
- Larkman Fish Bar0.9 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Anatoli Social Club0.9 km
- The Gatehouse1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich4.4 km
- Salhouse10.2 km
- Brundall Gardens11.7 km
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Postcode Profile: NR65BA · Data under Open Government Licence