NR15 1AS is a sought-after residential area on Norwich Road, 0.4km from Mill Common in Thurton. Administratively it sits within Rockland ward and the South Norfolk constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NR15 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00136720 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORWICH ROAD, NR15 1AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORWICH ROAD, NR15 1AS.
271
45
£ 46,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NR15 1AS — age 45, 84% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR15 1AS. The average age is 45.1. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR15 1AS has low crime rates — 3 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
Thurton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- George And Dragon0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Buckenham5.1 km
- Cantley6.1 km
- Brundall Station6.7 km
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Postcode Profile: NR151AS · Data under Open Government Licence