Is NR9 3AE a safe place to live?

Yes, NR9 3AE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 18 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NR9 3AE?

The average property price in NR9 3AE is currently around £459k.

What is the population of NR9 3AE?

The population for the NR9 3AE area is approximately 289 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

SCHOOL LANE, NR9 3AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL LANE, NR9 3AE.

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

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Population

289

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR9 3AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income 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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6/10

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9/10

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4/10

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6/10

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2/10

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9/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NR9 3AE combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£459k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £459k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 12.1% year-on-year.

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

NR9 3AE is a safe, established residential area on School Lane, 0.8km from Braymeadow in Little Melton. Administratively it sits within Hethersett ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR9, NR9 3AE offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 87% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £459k, up 12.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NR9 3AE are sourced from Output Area E00136736 (shared with 10 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 NR9 3AE. The average age is 47.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%

Asian / British Asian2.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 30%

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

£ 475,000

9 sales · Mean £ 525,277

Terraced

£ 220,000

9 sales · Mean £ 363,444

Semi-Detached

£ 380,000

1 sales · Mean £ 380,000

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

NR9 3AE has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences10

Burglary4

Public order2

Anti-social behaviour1

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

Little Melton Primary School

Outstanding120 pupils0.4 km

Hethersett, Woodside Primary & Nursery School

Outstanding414 pupils1.5 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Colney Training Centre0.8 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Post Office Stores0.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Village Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Norwich7.5 km
Wymondham8.0 km
Spooner Row11.9 km