Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

MERTON ROAD, IP25 6BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERTON ROAD, IP25 6BA.

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Population

518

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 42,300 /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: 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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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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1/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. IP25 6BA spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

IP25 6BA is a safe, established residential area on Merton Road, 1.3km from Neaton in Watton. Administratively it sits within Watton ward and the Mid Norfolk constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £260k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP25 6BA are sourced from Output Area E00134596 (shared with 11 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 IP25 6BA. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 260,500

2 sales · Mean £ 260,500

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

IP25 6BA has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences52
Anti-social behaviour12
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson10
Shoplifting9

school Local Schools

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Wayland Academy

Requires Improvement540 pupils0.0 km
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Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School

Good286 pupils0.2 km
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Watton Junior School

Inadequate248 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • The Norfolk Gift Company Ltd0.5 km
  • Transylvania0.5 km
  • Watton Bakery0.5 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
  • M Brooks Butchers0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Crown Hotel0.5 km
  • The Crown0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Cafe Contrast0.5 km
  • Pizza Plus0.5 km
  • Shou Coffee0.5 km
  • Watton Christian Community Centre0.5 km
  • The T Bar0.8 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Chopsticks0.5 km
  • Great China0.5 km
  • Little Gary's Plaice Ltd0.5 km
  • Express Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Atlantis Fish Bar0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The King's Arms0.5 km
  • Gold Leaf Catering0.7 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Labas0.5 km
  • Labas Shop Ltd0.5 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • The Factory Shop0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harling Road13.8 km
  • Eccles Road14.6 km
  • Attleborough14.7 km