NR5 0EF is a sought-after residential area on The Drive, 0.8km 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 0EF offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% 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 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £362k, down 19.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0EF are sourced from Output Area E00136916 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE DRIVE, NR5 0EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIVE, NR5 0EF.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR5 0EF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NR5 0EF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £362k, 90% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £362k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 19.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0EF. The average age is 53.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 363,750
6 sales · Mean £ 369,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR5 0EF has low crime rates — 32 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
Costessey Primary School
Earlham Nursery School
St Michael's VA Junior School
Ormiston Victory Academy
Chapel Break Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Bite Into0.5 km
- Istanbul Kebab0.3 km
- Yummy Yummy Taste Food0.7 km
- Barrons Fish And Chips0.5 km
- New Wok0.5 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Kwik Save0.7 km
- Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.3 km
- Easters Bakery Ltd0.2 km
- MRH( GB) LTD0.2 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.2 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Anatoli Social Club0.7 km
- The Crown0.5 km
- The Cherry Tree0.3 km
- The FDC0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- East Of England Co-operative Society0.5 km
- Aldi0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Society Alive Food Hive0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich5.2 km
- Salhouse11.2 km
- Wymondham11.8 km
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Postcode Profile: NR50EF · Data under Open Government Licence