Is NR8 5AX a safe place to live?

Yes, NR8 5AX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 28 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NR8 5AX?

The average property price in NR8 5AX is currently around £290k.

What is the population of NR8 5AX?

The population for the NR8 5AX area is approximately 275 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

TOWER HILL, NR8 5AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOWER HILL, NR8 5AX.

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

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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 5AX 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

NR8 5AX 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.

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

NR8 5AX is a safe, established residential area on Tower Hill, 1.2km 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k.

Census 2021 statistics for NR8 5AX 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 5AX. 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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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 250,000

2 sales · Mean £ 250,000

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

NR8 5AX has low crime rates — 28 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 offences15

Criminal damage and arson3

Possession of weapons2

Bicycle theft1

school Local Schools

Queen's Hill Primary School

Good553 pupils0.8 km

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Costessey

Good319 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Costessey Town Council0.8 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Set Your Sights At Queens Hill Primary And Nursery School0.9 km
Bannatyne Health Club0.8 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Costessey Park Golf Club0.6 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Table Table0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Norwich8.6 km
Wymondham11.9 km
Salhouse13.6 km