NR6 5AS is a safe, established residential area on Low Road, 0.3km from Hellesdon, Lower in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Hellesdon North West ward and the Norwich North constituency.
For families considering a move, NR6 5AS represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NR6 5AS are sourced from Output Area E00134787 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOW ROAD, NR6 5AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOW ROAD, NR6 5AS.
402
43
£ 39,700 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
NR6 5AS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 77% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR6 5AS. The average age is 43.5. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NR6 5AS has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hellesdon High School
Kinsale Infant School
Kinsale Junior School
Valley Primary Academy
Mile Cross Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Wickes0.7 km
- Emporium Norwich0.5 km
- Sweetbriar Service Station0.7 km
- DOXI.0.5 km
- The Indulgence0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Burger King0.7 km
- High Altitude1.0 km
- David Lloyd Clubs Norwich0.7 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.6 km
- NVCS0.9 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich4.7 km
- Salhouse9.9 km
- Brundall Gardens11.8 km
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Postcode Profile: NR65AS · Data under Open Government Licence