NR17 1BQ is a sought-after residential area on London Road, 0.5km from Nobbs Corner in Attleborough. Administratively it sits within Attleborough Queens & Besthorpe ward and the Mid Norfolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR17, NR17 1BQ offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NR17 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00187853 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONDON ROAD, NR17 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONDON ROAD, NR17 1BQ.
393
40
£ 44,900 /yr
56%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NR17 1BQ's low deprivation rank, 68% ownership, and £390k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR17 1BQ. The average age is 39.9. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 455,000
4 sales · Mean £ 476,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR17 1BQ has low crime rates — 18 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
Rosecroft Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Attleborough Snooker Centre0.9 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Dodds Road Stores Ltd0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Sea Star Fish Bar0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Rose of India0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Attleborough1.6 km
- Eccles Road4.8 km
- Spooner Row6.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NR171BQ · Data under Open Government Licence