NR29 3BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Staithe, 0.4km from Thurne in Great Yarmouth. Administratively it sits within West Flegg ward and the Great Yarmouth constituency.
For families considering a move, NR29 3BU represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £238k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR29 3BU are sourced from Output Area E00135368 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE STAITHE, NR29 3BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE STAITHE, NR29 3BU.
203
50
£ 40,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
NR29 3BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR29 3BU. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 187,500
2 sales · Mean £ 187,500
Terraced
£ 340,000
1 sales · Mean £ 340,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR29 3BU has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Lion Inn Public House0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Thurne Windmill0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Acle5.9 km
- Lingwood8.5 km
- Hoveton & Wroxham10.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NR293BU · Data under Open Government Licence