NR6 5BB is a safe, established residential area on Hellesdon Hall Road, 0.2km from Lower Hellesdon in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Wensum 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 — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 32.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR6 5BB are sourced from Output Area E00136649 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HELLESDON HALL ROAD, NR6 5BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HELLESDON HALL ROAD, NR6 5BB.
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44
£ 38,100 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 44, NR6 5BB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £165k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 32.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR6 5BB. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 142,500
2 sales · Mean £ 142,500
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
1 sales · Mean £ 210,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR6 5BB has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. 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
Hellesdon High School
Wensum Junior School
Mile Cross Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- David Lloyd Clubs Norwich0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.7 km
- NVCS0.5 km
- Seasons @ Briar Chemicals0.5 km
- Drayton Building Services Ltd0.7 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Emporium Norwich0.0 km
- Sweetbriar Service Station0.7 km
- Al Amin0.8 km
- DOXI.0.0 km
- The Indulgence0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Fat Pizza0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich4.3 km
- Salhouse10.0 km
- Brundall Gardens11.6 km
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Postcode Profile: NR65BB · Data under Open Government Licence