NR28 0BU is a safe, established residential area on Skeyton New Road, 0.6km from North Walsham in North Walsham. Administratively it sits within North Walsham West ward and the North Norfolk constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £217k, down 26.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR28 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00136049 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SKEYTON NEW ROAD, NR28 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SKEYTON NEW ROAD, NR28 0BU.
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43
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR28 0BU 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
NR28 0BU is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 26.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR28 0BU. The average age is 42.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 175,000
10 sales · Mean £ 175,500
Detached
£ 275,000
3 sales · Mean £ 301,666
Semi-Detached
£ 300,000
1 sales · Mean £ 300,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR28 0BU has low crime rates — 36 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
Millfield Primary School
North Walsham Infant School
North Walsham Junior School
North Walsham High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- McColls0.7 km
- Papworth Farms0.6 km
- QD Stores0.5 km
- The Dutch Oven (Christophers)0.7 km
- Argos Ltd0.8 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Beechwood Hotel0.4 km
- Chimneys Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Black Swan0.6 km
- Club KA0.4 km
- Hop Inn0.5 km
- Kings Arms Hotel0.4 km
- Market Tavern0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Al Haqqs0.5 km
- Chubby Panda0.5 km
- Coffeesmiths0.6 km
- Jade Garden0.5 km
- Labone Indian Cuisine0.5 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl Great Britain Limited0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- 7 & Eleven0.5 km
- Charcoal Grill0.5 km
- Great Wall0.5 km
- Lam's Fish & Chips0.2 km
- North Kebab House0.5 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Walsham0.5 km
- Worstead5.1 km
- Gunton5.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NR280BU · Data under Open Government Licence