NR4 6DH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Old Lakenham in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Lakenham ward and the Norwich South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NR4 6DH is a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. The daytime character shifts — traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 NR4 6DH are sourced from Output Area E00136364 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NR4 6DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR4 6DH.
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£ 37,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR4 6DH 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
With 35% social renting, NR4 6DH is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR4 6DH. The average age is 36.6. 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)
NR4 6DH has low crime rates — 36 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
Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery
The Wherry School
Tuckswood Academy and Nursery
Hewett Academy
Harford Manor School, Norwich
Lakenham Primary School
City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy
University Technical College Norfolk
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Camping & Caravanning Club0.8 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- Norwich Foodbank0.8 km
- Sandy Lane Stores0.5 km
- Shell (UK) Ltd0.7 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Oak Tree (88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger)0.7 km
- The Shoemakers0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Express Diner0.5 km
- McDonalds0.1 km
- Norfolk County Council Sports And Social Club0.8 km
- County Hall - Staff Restaurant / Shop / Mardle Restaurant0.9 km
- The Wherry School0.3 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Aldi0.1 km
- Co-op Foodstore0.6 km
- Home Bargains0.2 km
- Food Warehouse0.2 km
- Asda0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Long John Hill Fish Bar0.7 km
- New Island0.6 km
- Hope Coffee Cart0.8 km
- Ken's Fish Bar0.6 km
- Pizza One And Sweet Tree0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich2.2 km
- Brundall Gardens8.7 km
- Salhouse9.9 km
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Postcode Profile: NR46DH · Data under Open Government Licence