NR11 6BQ is a sought-after residential area on Forster Way, 0.4km from Aylsham in Aylsham. Administratively it sits within Aylsham ward and the Broadland constituency.
For serious buyers, NR11 6BQ is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 57 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 88% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £263k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NR11 6BQ are sourced from Output Area E00134675 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORSTER WAY, NR11 6BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORSTER WAY, NR11 6BQ.
238
57
£ 41,200 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR11 6BQ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, NR11 6BQ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR11 6BQ. The average age is 57.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 215,750
4 sales · Mean £ 228,375
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR11 6BQ has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Aylsham High School
Bure Valley School
John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School
St Michael's Church of England VA Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Aylsham Country Market0.4 km
- Bon Bons0.4 km
- Carousel Chocolates0.3 km
- G F White Traditional Butchers Ltd0.3 km
- S & M Brett Greengrocer0.3 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Tinsmiths House0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Black Boys Public House0.4 km
- The Feathers Public House0.6 km
- Unicorn Public House0.4 km
- Aylsham Ex Service & Social C0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Bread Source0.4 km
- Gate Of India Restaurant0.4 km
- Hodson & Co By Appointment Only0.4 km
- Stamp0.4 km
- The Old Tea Rooms0.4 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.2 km
- BP Aylsham SF Connect0.2 km
- The Co-Operative Group0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Gottersons Fish Bar0.5 km
- The Proper Pizza Co0.4 km
- Eastern Sea Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Best Kebab And Pizza House0.5 km
- Kings Of Aylsham0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Walsham9.2 km
- Worstead10.2 km
- Gunton10.3 km
Bus Stops
- Aylsham (Bure Valley Railway)0.1 km
- Aylsham (Bure Valley Railway)0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NR116BQ · Data under Open Government Licence