Postcode Analysis North Norfolk, East of England

DOGGER LANE, NR23 1BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOGGER LANE, NR23 1BE.

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Population

128

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 41,100 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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1/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NR23 1BE combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£481k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £481k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

NR23 1BE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Dogger Lane in Wells-next-the-Sea. Administratively it sits within Wells with Holkham ward and the North Norfolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR23, NR23 1BE offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 55 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 78% 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 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £481k.

Census 2021 statistics for NR23 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00136075 (shared with 17 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 NR23 1BE. The average age is 54.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Terraced

£ 417,000

3 sales · Mean £ 548,666

Detached

£ 675,000

1 sales · Mean £ 675,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NR23 1BE has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences15
Criminal damage and arson5
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Alderman Peel High School

Good559 pupils0.9 km
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Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School

Good218 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Foodstore1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Coastal Community Supermarket0.7 km
  • Country Garden0.4 km
  • Fen Spirits Larder0.2 km
  • John's Rockshop0.3 km
  • Leftleys Costcutter0.4 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

17 nearby
  • Admiral House B&B0.4 km
  • Anchorage B&B0.1 km
  • B & B 12 Mill Road0.3 km
  • Crown Hotel0.6 km
  • Machrimore B&B0.7 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Ollies Restaurant0.5 km
  • The Golden Fleece0.3 km
  • Bowling Green Inn0.9 km
  • The Globe0.5 km
  • Wells Sailing Club0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Ground By Bringing The Outside In0.4 km
  • Mrs B's Tearoom0.4 km
  • Quayside Amusements0.3 km
  • Sands Restaurant0.3 km
  • Swirl0.4 km
  • + 9 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Plattens Fish & Chips Ltd0.3 km
  • Fortune House0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wells Next The Sea0.5 km