NR1 1GB is an active urban area located 0.4km from Bracondale in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Thorpe Hamlet ward and the Norwich South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NR1 1GB is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 67% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 134 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for NR1 1GB are sourced from Output Area E00187935 (shared with 2 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NR1 1GB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR1 1GB.
101
34
£ 42,300 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR1 1GB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NR1 1GB has a significant social housing presence — 67% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR1 1GB. The average age is 34.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NR1 1GB is above average at 134 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lakenham Primary School
Notre Dame High School, Norwich
Charles Darwin Primary School
Lionwood Infant and Nursery School
The Free School Norwich
Trowse Primary School
The Wherry School
Lionwood Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Shaw Trust0.9 km
- W H Smith0.7 km
- Ber Street Convenience Store0.9 km
- Gravity Fitness Ltd0.6 km
- Harper Wells0.9 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
42 nearby- Community East1.0 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Norwich Nelson (Table Table)0.8 km
- Ciscoes Pan Asian And Sushi1.0 km
- Estabulo Bar \& Grill0.6 km
- + 37 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Abellio Greater Anglia0.7 km
- The Amigos0.8 km
- USA Chicken And Pizza0.6 km
- Indian Flavours0.7 km
- Mumbai Kitchen0.6 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Queen Of Iceni0.6 km
- The Waterfront0.6 km
- The Fat Cat And Canary Public House1.0 km
- The Kings Arms0.7 km
- Canary Social Club0.7 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Tudor House0.5 km
- Central Hotel0.9 km
- Holiday Inn Norwich City0.2 km
- Riverside Hotel1.0 km
- Abbey Guest House0.6 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Co-op Foodstore0.8 km
- Morrison's Petrol Station0.3 km
- Morrison's Supermarket0.3 km
- One Stop Stores0.9 km
- Sainsbury's Petrol Station0.9 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich0.7 km
- Brundall Gardens7.4 km
- Salhouse8.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NR11GB · Data under Open Government Licence