NR23 1AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Staithe Street in Wells-next-the-Sea. Administratively it sits within Wells with Holkham ward and the North Norfolk constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NR23 1AN is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Residents here average 55 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR23 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00136081 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STAITHE STREET, NR23 1AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STAITHE STREET, NR23 1AN.
216
55
£ 41,100 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR23 1AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NR23 1AN has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR23 1AN. The average age is 55.1. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 245,000
2 sales · Mean £ 245,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR23 1AN has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School
Alderman Peel High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative Foodstore0.6 km
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Country Garden0.1 km
- Fen Spirits Larder0.2 km
- John's Rockshop0.1 km
- Leftleys Costcutter0.1 km
- The Chocolate Deli0.2 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
19 nearby- Admiral House B&B0.4 km
- Anchorage B&B0.3 km
- B & B 12 Mill Road0.2 km
- Crown Hotel0.4 km
- Machrimore B&B0.5 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Ollies Restaurant0.2 km
- The Golden Fleece0.1 km
- Bowling Green Inn0.6 km
- The Globe0.3 km
- Wells Sailing Club0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Ground By Bringing The Outside In0.1 km
- Mrs B's Tearoom0.0 km
- Quayside Amusements0.1 km
- Sands Restaurant0.1 km
- Swirl0.1 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Plattens Fish & Chips Ltd0.1 km
- Fortune House0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wells Next The Sea0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NR231AN · Data under Open Government Licence