Is NR9 5HY a safe place to live?

Yes, NR9 5HY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR9 5HY?

The population for the NR9 5HY area is approximately 382 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

NR9 5HY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR9 5HY.

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

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Population

382

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,700 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR9 5HY 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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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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6/10

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3/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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7/10

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Area Character

NR9 5HY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 81% 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.

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

NR9 5HY is a safe, established residential area located 0.0km from Marlingford in South Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Wicklewood ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, NR9 5HY represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR9 5HY are sourced from Output Area E00136804 (shared with 22 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 5HY. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%

Asian / British Asian0.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

NR9 5HY has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

The Bridge Easton

1.3 km

St Peter's CofE Primary Academy, Easton

Outstanding171 pupils1.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wymondham8.5 km
Norwich10.8 km
Spooner Row12.3 km