NR6 5BS is a safe, established residential area on Margaret Close, 0.7km from Hellesdon in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Hellesdon North West ward and the Norwich North constituency.
For families considering a move, NR6 5BS represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k, down 10.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR6 5BS are sourced from Output Area E00134787 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARGARET CLOSE, NR6 5BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARGARET CLOSE, NR6 5BS.
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NR6 5BS spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 10.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR6 5BS. 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
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
£ 257,500
9 sales · Mean £ 257,444
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR6 5BS has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hellesdon High School
Arden Grove Infant and Nursery School
Kinsale Infant School
Kinsale Junior School
Firside Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- A B Newsagents (Premier Convenience)1.0 km
- Fresh Fruity - Greengrocer0.7 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
- Toombs Butchers Ltd0.7 km
- Woodland Stores Premier0.7 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Bull1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- East Of England Co-Op1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Chung Hing Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Rominos Pizza Kebab And Fish0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Deep Blue0.4 km
- Hellesdon Community CafÉ0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich5.8 km
- Salhouse9.8 km
- Hoveton & Wroxham12.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NR65BS · Data under Open Government Licence