NR29 3AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Beach Road, 0.2km from Scratby in Hemsby. Administratively it sits within Ormesby ward and the Great Yarmouth constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR29, NR29 3AJ offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 90% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k, up 2.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR29 3AJ are sourced from Output Area E00135317 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEACH ROAD, NR29 3AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEACH ROAD, NR29 3AJ.
207
56
£ 38,500 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR29 3AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 90% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, NR29 3AJ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 2.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR29 3AJ. The average age is 55.8. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 287,500
16 sales · Mean £ 290,093
Semi-Detached
£ 245,000
7 sales · Mean £ 241,279
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
NR29 3AJ has low crime rates — 16 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.
school Local Schools
Ormesby Village Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- East Coast Family Restaurant0.7 km
- East Beach Coffee0.6 km
- California Cliffs Holiday Park0.8 km
- Oasis Cafe0.6 km
- Summerfields Holiday Park0.3 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- California Cliffs Convenience0.8 km
- Green Farm Stores0.3 km
- https://www.facebook.com/scratbygardencentre/0.0 km
- Scratby Bakery0.6 km
- Scratby Park Stores0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Bebe Rai's0.8 km
- Green Farm Fish & Chip shop0.3 km
- Orchid House0.8 km
- Scratby Kebab0.6 km
- The Codfather0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Great Yarmouth7.4 km
- Berney Arms11.2 km
- Acle12.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NR293AJ · Data under Open Government Licence