Is NR8 5DR a safe place to live?

Yes, NR8 5DR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NR8 5DR?

The average property price in NR8 5DR is currently around £337k.

What is the population of NR8 5DR?

The population for the NR8 5DR area is approximately 284 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

SIDNEY ROAD, NR8 5DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SIDNEY ROAD, NR8 5DR.

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

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Population

284

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR8 5DR 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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9/10

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7/10

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3/10

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5/10

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3/10

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3/10

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1/10

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7/10

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10/10

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Area Character

NR8 5DR is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 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 5DR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Sidney Road, 0.8km 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 5DR offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 70% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £337k.

Census 2021 statistics for NR8 5DR are sourced from Output Area E00136941 (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 5DR. The average age is 51.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.7%

Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 325,000

3 sales · Mean £ 312,000

Semi-Detached

£ 340,000

1 sales · Mean £ 340,000

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

NR8 5DR has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3

Criminal damage and arson2

Anti-social behaviour1

Burglary1

Other theft1

school Local Schools

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Costessey

Good319 pupils0.9 km

Ormiston Victory Academy

Outstanding1266 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

St Edmundsbury Bed And Breakfast0.6 km

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

The Bush Public House0.6 km
The Harte Of Costessey0.7 km
West End Cue Club0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Happy Valley1.0 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Hart Stores0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Norwich6.9 km
Salhouse11.6 km
Wymondham12.9 km