Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

NR8 5AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR8 5AP.

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

275

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR8 5AP 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.

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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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1/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 47, NR8 5AP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

NR8 5AP is a safe, established residential area located 0.9km 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. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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.

Census 2021 statistics for NR8 5AP are sourced from Output Area E00136954 (shared with 6 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 5AP. 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

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

NR8 5AP 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.

Anti-social behaviour16
Violence and sexual offences15
Criminal damage and arson3
Possession of weapons2
Bicycle theft2

school Local Schools

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St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Costessey

Good319 pupils0.9 km
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Queen's Hill Primary School

Good553 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Costessey Town Council1.0 km
  • Hart Stores0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • West End Cue Club0.9 km
  • Costessey Park Golf Club0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Happy Valley0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Bannatyne Health Club1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwich8.4 km
  • Wymondham12.1 km
  • Salhouse13.3 km