NR16 1AB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bunwell Street, 0.1km from Bunwell in Bunwell. Administratively it sits within Bressingham & Burston ward and the South Norfolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR16, NR16 1AB offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 91% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £349k, up 12.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR16 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00136708 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BUNWELL STREET, NR16 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUNWELL STREET, NR16 1AB.
271
52
£ 46,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR16 1AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NR16 1AB spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 12.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR16 1AB. The average age is 52.3. 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
Detached
£ 328,750
8 sales · Mean £ 334,112
Semi-Detached
£ 177,000
3 sales · Mean £ 210,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR16 1AB has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bunwell Primary School
Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Bunwell Village Stores0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Spooner Row4.3 km
- Attleborough6.6 km
- Wymondham7.0 km
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Postcode Profile: NR161AB · Data under Open Government Licence