Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

LINNET ROAD, NR8 5AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINNET ROAD, NR8 5AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

508

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NR8 5AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates NR8 5AF — age 29, 52% ownership, 34% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR8 5AF is a sought-after residential area on Linnet Road in Queen's Hills. Administratively it sits within Old Costessey ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

Within the NR8 district, this postcode is characterised by a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With residents averaging 29 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k.

Census 2021 statistics for NR8 5AF are sourced from Output Area E00174637 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR8 5AF. The average age is 28.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.0%
Asian / British Asian5.0%
Black / African / Caribbean3.4%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 262,500

9 sales · Mean £ 274,055

Terraced

£ 178,000

5 sales · Mean £ 195,200

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NR8 5AF has low crime rates — 20 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.

Violence and sexual offences50
Anti-social behaviour19
Public order13
Criminal damage and arson9
Possession of weapons5

school Local Schools

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Queen's Hill Primary School

Good553 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Costessey Town Council0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Cafe Jungle0.6 km
  • Set Your Sights At Queens Hill Primary And Nursery School0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwich9.4 km
  • Wymondham11.9 km
  • Salhouse14.2 km