NR6 5BD is a mixed residential area on Turnpike Close, 0.3km from Hellesdon, Lower 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. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for NR6 5BD are sourced from Output Area E00136649 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TURNPIKE CLOSE, NR6 5BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TURNPIKE CLOSE, NR6 5BD.
380
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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. NR6 5BD's 67% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR6 5BD. 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
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NR6 5BD is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Mile Cross Primary School
Hellesdon High School
Kinsale Infant School
Kinsale Junior School
Valley Primary Academy
Wensum Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Family Sklep0.9 km
- The Good Life Home Brew Centre0.5 km
- Wickes0.1 km
- Bowers Premier Supermarket0.8 km
- Bakeaway0.8 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Mercure Norwich0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Burger King0.2 km
- High Altitude0.5 km
- Drayton Building Services Ltd0.5 km
- David Lloyd Clubs Norwich0.4 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.2 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Cheerful Links0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Lola's Burger Van0.9 km
- Fat Pizza0.5 km
- Subway0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich4.1 km
- Salhouse9.4 km
- Brundall Gardens11.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NR65BD · Data under Open Government Licence