NR6 5DF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Westwood Drive, 0.8km from Hellesdon in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Hellesdon North West ward and the Norwich North constituency.
For families considering a move, NR6 5DF represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £296k, down 4.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NR6 5DF are sourced from Output Area E00134794 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTWOOD DRIVE, NR6 5DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTWOOD DRIVE, NR6 5DF.
258
51
£ 39,700 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR6 5DF 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NR6 5DF spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 4.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR6 5DF. The average age is 51.2. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 252,500
14 sales · Mean £ 248,964
Detached
£ 321,000
2 sales · Mean £ 321,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR6 5DF has low crime rates — 10 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
Arden Grove Infant and Nursery School
Hellesdon High School
Kinsale Infant School
Kinsale Junior School
Firside Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- A B Newsagents (Premier Convenience)0.9 km
- Fresh Fruity - Greengrocer0.2 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- Toombs Butchers Ltd0.2 km
- P & S News0.2 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Bull0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- East Of England Co-Op0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chung Hing Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
- Rominos Pizza Kebab And Fish0.2 km
- Seasons Catering1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Hellesdon Community CafÉ0.7 km
- Deep Blue0.9 km
- The Nest - Club House And Hub1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich6.0 km
- Salhouse9.5 km
- Hoveton & Wroxham11.7 km
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Postcode Profile: NR65DF · Data under Open Government Licence