NR5 0BG is a sought-after residential area on Northview Road, 1.0km from North Earlham in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR5, NR5 0BG offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £312k, up 19.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00136904 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTHVIEW ROAD, NR5 0BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTHVIEW ROAD, NR5 0BG.
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47
£ 0 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR5 0BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
NR5 0BG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 85% 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. Property prices are trending up 19.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0BG. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 260,000
5 sales · Mean £ 260,000
Detached
£ 327,000
4 sales · Mean £ 318,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR5 0BG has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Valley Primary Academy
Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School
Norwich Primary Academy
Earlham Nursery School
Costessey Primary School
Ormiston Victory Academy
Henderson Green Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Emporium Norwich1.0 km
- Kwik Save0.8 km
- Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.3 km
- Easters Bakery Ltd0.1 km
- MRH( GB) LTD0.6 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Bite Into0.3 km
- Istanbul Kebab0.3 km
- Yummy Yummy Taste Food0.8 km
- Barrons Fish And Chips0.4 km
- New Wok0.3 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Anatoli Social Club0.8 km
- The Crown0.4 km
- The Cherry Tree0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- East Of England Co-operative Society0.3 km
- Aldi0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Society Alive Food Hive1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich5.1 km
- Salhouse10.9 km
- Wymondham12.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NR50BG · Data under Open Government Licence