NR30 1BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Northgate in Great Yarmouth. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Central and Northgate ward and the Great Yarmouth constituency.
The people who live in NR30 1BU are typical of residents in this subgroup are typically single or divorced eu-born migrants who live alone. many are aged 25 to 44 and are employed in sales and customer service occupations or are process, plant and machine operatives. a higher than group average proportion identify with the white ethnic group or other asian ethnicities, and many do not speak english very well or well. housing is principally in flats in the social or private rented sector, with households typically overcrowded, and home ownership rare. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NR30 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00135160 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NR30 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR30 1BU.
303
40
£ 34,700 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR30 1BU 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. NR30 1BU's 54% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR30 1BU. The average age is 39.9. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NR30 1BU is moderate at 54 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
Northgate Primary School
Great Yarmouth Charter Academy
Bure Park Specialist Academy
St Nicholas Priory CofE VA Primary School
North Denes Primary School and Nursery
Cobholm Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Cost Cutter0.8 km
- Crystal Waters Smokery Ltd0.9 km
- Ros's Fruit & Veg0.5 km
- Shearings Bakery0.6 km
- Bakery Coffee Shop0.2 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
42 nearby- Anglia House0.6 km
- Barnard House0.7 km
- Barons Court Hotel0.8 km
- Burlington/Palm Court Hotel0.7 km
- Cleasewood Guest House0.6 km
- + 37 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Lacon Arms0.4 km
- The Kings Arms0.6 km
- Coach and Horses Public House0.4 km
- Golfers Arms Pubs & Bars Ltd0.4 km
- Smudgers Bar0.5 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- Amici0.5 km
- ASDA Café0.9 km
- Brewers Fayre0.6 km
- Coffee Shack0.6 km
- Duarte's Cafe0.7 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
- Asda Great Yarmouth0.9 km
- Sainsburys Great Yarmouth0.8 km
- Iceland1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Beijing0.2 km
- Flames Pizza and Kebab0.2 km
- Fryers Delight0.8 km
- Great Yarmouth Kebab and Pizza0.3 km
- PJs0.3 km
- + 13 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Great Yarmouth0.9 km
- Berney Arms7.4 km
- Haddiscoe12.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NR301BU · Data under Open Government Licence