Is NR8 5AW a safe place to live?

Yes, NR8 5AW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 43 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NR8 5AW?

The average property price in NR8 5AW is currently around £377k.

What is the population of NR8 5AW?

The population for the NR8 5AW area is approximately 378 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

WEST END, NR8 5AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST END, NR8 5AW.

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

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Population

378

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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.

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6/10

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9/10

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4/10

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9/10

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4/10

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4/10

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1/10

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9/10

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8/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates NR8 5AW — age 46, 90% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £377k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 25.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR8 5AW is a safe, established residential area on West End, 1.0km from Costessey in Costessey. Administratively it sits within Old Costessey ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR8, NR8 5AW offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 90% 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 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £377k, down 25.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NR8 5AW are sourced from Output Area E00136953 (shared with 7 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 5AW. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.3%

Asian / British Asian5.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.8%

Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 346,250

18 sales · Mean £ 371,347

Semi-Detached

£ 408,250

4 sales · Mean £ 381,500

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

NR8 5AW has low crime rates — 43 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 behaviour15

Violence and sexual offences14

Criminal damage and arson3

Possession of weapons2

Bicycle theft1

school Local Schools

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Costessey

Good319 pupils1.0 km

Queen's Hill Primary School

Good553 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Hart Stores1.0 km
Costessey Town Council0.9 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

West End Cue Club1.0 km
Costessey Park Golf Club0.6 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Happy Valley0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Norwich8.5 km
Wymondham12.3 km
Salhouse13.2 km