NR5 0EL is a sought-after residential area on Hendon Close, 0.9km from New Costessey in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0EL are sourced from Output Area E00136912 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HENDON CLOSE, NR5 0EL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HENDON CLOSE, NR5 0EL.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR5 0EL 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NR5 0EL — age 45, 87% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0EL. The average age is 44.6. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 265,000
6 sales · Mean £ 273,000
Semi-Detached
£ 205,000
1 sales · Mean £ 205,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR5 0EL has low crime rates — 17 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
Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School
Valley Primary Academy
Costessey Primary School
Norwich Primary Academy
Ormiston Victory Academy
St Michael's VA Junior School
Earlham Nursery School
Chapel Break Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Bite Into0.2 km
- Istanbul Kebab0.5 km
- Yummy Yummy Taste Food0.9 km
- Barrons Fish And Chips0.3 km
- New Wok0.3 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Kwik Save0.9 km
- Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.5 km
- Easters Bakery Ltd0.3 km
- MRH( GB) LTD0.4 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.2 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Anatoli Social Club0.9 km
- The Crown0.3 km
- The Cherry Tree0.5 km
- The FDC0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- East Of England Co-operative Society0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Society Alive Food Hive0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich5.4 km
- Salhouse11.2 km
- Wymondham11.9 km
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Postcode Profile: NR50EL · Data under Open Government Licence