NR9 3BU is a mixed residential area located 1.1km from High Green in South Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Wicklewood ward and the South Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, NR9 3BU represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: Prices average £450k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR9 3BU are sourced from Output Area E00136803 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NR9 3BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR9 3BU.
148
52
£ 54,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR9 3BU 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NR9 3BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 57% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR9 3BU. The average age is 52.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 450,000
1 sales · Mean £ 450,000
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wymondham4.0 km
- Spooner Row8.0 km
- Norwich11.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NR93BU · Data under Open Government Licence