NR26 8AF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Weybourne Road Industrial Estate, 0.9km from Sheringham in Sheringham. Administratively it sits within Sheringham North ward and the North Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, NR26 8AF represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 57) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NR26 8AF are sourced from Output Area E00136114 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEYBOURNE ROAD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NR26 8AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEYBOURNE ROAD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NR26 8AF.
234
57
£ 40,000 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR26 8AF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 73% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, NR26 8AF is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR26 8AF. The average age is 57.5. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR26 8AF has low crime rates — 16 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
Sheringham Woodfields School
Sheringham High School
Sheringham Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Break0.5 km
- Sheringham Service Station0.3 km
- Starlings of Sheringham Ltd0.9 km
- Aloha1.0 km
- Aunty Sam's Cakes0.8 km
- + 21 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- B&B @ No 20.7 km
- Bayleaf Guest House0.7 km
- Cherry Tree Lodge B&B0.7 km
- Highfield House0.4 km
- Holway House B&B0.7 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
38 nearby- Burlington Berties Boutique Hotel0.6 km
- Labone Indian Cuisine0.6 km
- Life Church0.7 km
- Sheringham Golf Club0.2 km
- Sheringham Masonic Centre0.6 km
- + 33 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Guac & Mole0.8 km
- Lotus House0.7 km
- Seafare Fish & Chips0.8 km
- The Lunch Box0.9 km
- Just Noodles0.9 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Robin Hood Public House0.8 km
- The Morley Club0.8 km
- Tyneside Club0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys Supermarket Ltd0.9 km
- Tesco0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheringham0.8 km
- West Runton3.2 km
- Cromer6.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NR268AF · Data under Open Government Licence