NR7 0BG is a sought-after residential area on Harvey Lane, 0.9km from Gas Hill in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Thorpe Hamlet ward and the Norwich South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR7, NR7 0BG offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £347k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR7 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00136556 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARVEY LANE, NR7 0BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARVEY LANE, NR7 0BG.
268
50
£ 42,600 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR7 0BG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NR7 0BG — age 50, 74% ownership, 22% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 NR7 0BG. The average age is 50.4. 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
Flat
£ 203,000
1 sales · Mean £ 203,000
Detached
£ 420,000
2 sales · Mean £ 420,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR7 0BG has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lionwood Infant and Nursery School
Lionwood Junior School
St William's Primary School
Charles Darwin Primary School
Heartsease Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Jubilee Public House1.0 km
- The Rivergarden0.7 km
- Town House0.5 km
- Coach & Horses1.0 km
- William IV Public House0.8 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Abbey Guest House1.0 km
- Marlborough Guest House1.0 km
- Tudor House1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Tiffin Sandwich Bar1.0 km
- Time Coffee Shop0.9 km
- Whitlingham Boathouse Foundation1.0 km
- The Norwich Hotel0.8 km
- Namaste India1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Corner Chippy0.9 km
- Indian Flavours1.0 km
- Quality Indian Takeaway0.9 km
- Shanghai Court1.0 km
- Massingham's Fish And Chip Shop1.0 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Rosary Road Convenience Store1.0 km
- Plumstead Mini Mart1.0 km
- One Stop Shop0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich1.3 km
- Brundall Gardens6.4 km
- Salhouse6.9 km
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Postcode Profile: NR70BG · Data under Open Government Licence