Is NR17 1BY a safe place to live?

Yes, NR17 1BY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR17 1BY?

The population for the NR17 1BY area is approximately 339 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

NR17 1BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR17 1BY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

339

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

45%

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.

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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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7/10

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4/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NR17 1BY spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. 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

NR17 1BY is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Stow Bedon in Breckland. Administratively it sits within All Saints & Wayland ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, NR17 1BY represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR17 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00134620 (shared with 20 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 NR17 1BY. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NR17 1BY has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft1

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Harling Road8.3 km
Eccles Road8.8 km
Attleborough9.9 km