NR1 1GA is a sought-after residential area on The Sidings, 1.1km from Gas Hill in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Thorpe Hamlet ward and the Norwich South constituency.
Within the NR1 district, this postcode is characterised by a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k, up 4.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR1 1GA are sourced from Output Area E00136559 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE SIDINGS, NR1 1GA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE SIDINGS, NR1 1GA.
287
39
£ 42,600 /yr
70%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR1 1GA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 52% owner-occupation and average age 39, NR1 1GA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 4.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR1 1GA. The average age is 38.5. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 271,250
22 sales · Mean £ 275,795
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR1 1GA has low crime rates — 17 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.
school Local Schools
Lionwood Infant and Nursery School
Lionwood Junior School
Charles Darwin Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- William IV Public House0.9 km
- The Rivergarden0.9 km
- Town House0.7 km
- The Fat Cat And Canary Public House0.2 km
- Coach & Horses0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Abbey Guest House0.9 km
- Marlborough Guest House0.9 km
- Tudor House0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Tiffin Sandwich Bar0.9 km
- Whitlingham Boathouse Foundation0.6 km
- Canton Chinese Restaurant0.2 km
- The Norwich Hotel0.7 km
- Namaste India0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Indian Flavours0.9 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Rosary Road Convenience Store0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich1.2 km
- Brundall Gardens6.5 km
- Salhouse7.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NR11GA · Data under Open Government Licence