NR30 5LQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Hilda Close, 0.7km from Caister-on-Sea in Caister-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Caister South ward and the Great Yarmouth constituency.
For families considering a move, NR30 5LQ represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 63 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k. 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 5LQ are sourced from Output Area E00135128 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST HILDA CLOSE, NR30 5LQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST HILDA CLOSE, NR30 5LQ.
211
63
£ 35,100 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR30 5LQ 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
NR30 5LQ is a settled retirement community — average age 63, 90% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR30 5LQ. The average age is 63.4. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 242,500
1 sales · Mean £ 242,500
Semi-Detached
£ 277,500
2 sales · Mean £ 277,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR30 5LQ has low crime rates — 22 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
Caister Academy
John Grant School, Caister-on-Sea
Caister Junior School
Caister Infant With Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Doggers Plaice0.8 km
- Brilliant Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Caister Fish Bar0.7 km
- Dragon Palace0.8 km
- Golden Kebab and Pizza0.6 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Well Pharmacy0.8 km
- Brill Fish1.0 km
- DWT Plunkett1.0 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- Ma's Delights0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Eastern Beach Caravan Park0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Caister Bowls Club0.6 km
- Kings Arms0.7 km
- The Centurion0.8 km
- The Gate0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Branford's Restaurant and Bar0.6 km
- Ellese Bakes0.3 km
- Mash and Barrel0.5 km
- Never Turn Back0.8 km
- The Old Manor Cafe0.8 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- East of England Co-op (Caister-on-Sea)0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Great Yarmouth4.7 km
- Berney Arms9.6 km
- Acle12.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NR305LQ · Data under Open Government Licence