NR6 5BT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Drayton High Road, 0.9km from Hellesdon in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Hellesdon North West ward and the Norwich North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR6, NR6 5BT offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £358k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR6 5BT are sourced from Output Area E00134799 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DRAYTON HIGH ROAD, NR6 5BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRAYTON HIGH ROAD, NR6 5BT.
310
52
£ 39,700 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR6 5BT 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
NR6 5BT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR6 5BT. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 358,000
1 sales · Mean £ 358,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR6 5BT has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Arden Grove Infant and Nursery School
Hellesdon High School
Kinsale Infant School
Kinsale Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Fresh Fruity - Greengrocer0.7 km
- Toombs Butchers Ltd0.7 km
- Woodland Stores Premier0.9 km
- P & S News0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Chung Hing Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Rominos Pizza Kebab And Fish0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Deep Blue0.6 km
- Hellesdon Community CafÉ1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich6.0 km
- Salhouse9.9 km
- Hoveton & Wroxham12.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NR65BT · Data under Open Government Licence