NR8 5AN is a safe, established residential area on West End, 0.8km from Costessey in Costessey. Administratively it sits within Old Costessey ward and the South Norfolk constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 47 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £272k, down 45.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR8 5AN are sourced from Output Area E00136954 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST END, NR8 5AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST END, NR8 5AN.
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47
£ 0 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR8 5AN 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
NR8 5AN is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 45.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR8 5AN. The average age is 46.9. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 239,250
8 sales · Mean £ 264,062
Detached
£ 274,000
2 sales · Mean £ 274,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR8 5AN has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Costessey
Queen's Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Harte Of Costessey1.0 km
- West End Cue Club0.8 km
- Costessey Park Golf Club0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Happy Valley0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Bannatyne Health Club1.0 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Hart Stores0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich8.3 km
- Wymondham12.0 km
- Salhouse13.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NR85AN · Data under Open Government Licence