NR5 0EN is a sought-after residential area on Norwich Road, 0.8km from New Costessey in Norwich. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.
For families considering a move, NR5 0EN represents 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £260k, down 66.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0EN are sourced from Output Area E00136912 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORWICH ROAD, NR5 0EN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORWICH ROAD, NR5 0EN.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR5 0EN 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
NR5 0EN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 87% 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 down 66.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0EN. 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
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 260,000
5 sales · Mean £ 379,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR5 0EN has low crime rates — 18 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
Costessey Primary School
Norwich Primary Academy
Ormiston Victory Academy
Earlham Nursery School
St Michael's VA Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Cloverhill News0.9 km
- The Village Shop0.4 km
- Kwik Save1.0 km
- Premier Knowland Convenience Store0.5 km
- Easters Bakery Ltd0.3 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Cherry Tree0.6 km
- The FDC1.0 km
- The Crown0.1 km
- Anatoli Social Club1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Society Alive Food Hive0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Subway At BP Oval Service Station0.6 km
- Bite Into0.1 km
- New Wok0.1 km
- Bacon \& Burger0.8 km
- Larkman Fish Bar1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- East Of England Co-operative Society0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich5.4 km
- Salhouse11.1 km
- Wymondham12.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NR50EN · Data under Open Government Licence