Is NR15 1BU a safe place to live?

Yes, NR15 1BU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR15 1BU?

The population for the NR15 1BU area is approximately 296 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

RED LION LANE, NR15 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RED LION LANE, NR15 1BU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

296

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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6/10

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1/10

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9/10

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5/10

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Area Character

NR15 1BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR15 1BU is a sought-after residential area on Red Lion Lane, 1.2km from Mundham Common in Thurton. Administratively it sits within Rockland ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, NR15 1BU represents 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 47, 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 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR15 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00136721 (shared with 13 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 NR15 1BU. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

NR15 1BU has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Thurton Primary School

Outstanding106 pupils1.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Buckenham6.2 km
Cantley6.3 km
Brundall Station8.2 km