NR7 0AU is a sought-after residential area on Furze Road, 0.5km from Plumstead Estate in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Thorpe St Andrew North West ward and the Norwich North constituency.
For serious buyers, NR7 0AU is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% 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 £322k, up 49.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR7 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00135018 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FURZE ROAD, NR7 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FURZE ROAD, NR7 0AU.
312
43
£ 43,400 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR7 0AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NR7 0AU combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£322k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 49.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR7 0AU. The average age is 43.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 287,500
17 sales · Mean £ 293,588
Terraced
£ 205,000
9 sales · Mean £ 207,777
Detached
£ 280,250
2 sales · Mean £ 280,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR7 0AU has low crime rates — 19 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
St William's Primary School
Heartsease Primary Academy
Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form
The Open Academy
Hillside Avenue Primary and Nursery School, Thorpe
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Thorpe Convenience Stores0.5 km
- One Stop Shop0.9 km
- Watling Superstore1.0 km
- NTS Retail Ltd T/As Thunder Lane Garage Ltd0.3 km
- Thorpe Plant Centre0.7 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Top Chef0.5 km
- Hartlands Fish Bar0.9 km
- Hotspot0.9 km
- Heartsease Oh Yes0.9 km
- New China0.2 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Didis Dining0.9 km
- The Place0.6 km
- Thailand Thai Cuisine0.6 km
- Good News Cafe0.7 km
- Witard Road Community Cafe0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- County Arts Bowls Club0.5 km
- The Cottage Public House0.3 km
- Heartsease Public House1.0 km
- Gordon Public House0.6 km
- Woodside Snooker Centre0.5 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi1.0 km
- Co-op Foodstore0.4 km
- East Of England Co-Operative Society Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich2.7 km
- Salhouse5.3 km
- Brundall Gardens5.6 km
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Postcode Profile: NR70AU · Data under Open Government Licence