NR7 0DL is a sought-after residential area on Pilling Road, 0.4km from Plumstead Estate in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Thorpe St Andrew North West ward and the Norwich North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR7, NR7 0DL offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £307k, down 7.3% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NR7 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00135005 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PILLING ROAD, NR7 0DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PILLING ROAD, NR7 0DL.
270
52
£ 43,400 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR7 0DL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NR7 0DL's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £307k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 7.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR7 0DL. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 255,000
4 sales · Mean £ 255,250
Semi-Detached
£ 228,000
4 sales · Mean £ 246,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR7 0DL has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St William's Primary School
Heartsease Primary Academy
Lionwood Junior School
The Open Academy
Lionwood Infant and Nursery School
Hillside Avenue Primary and Nursery School, Thorpe
Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Thorpe Convenience Stores0.7 km
- NTS Retail Ltd T/As Thunder Lane Garage Ltd0.9 km
- Family Food Store0.5 km
- Hamblins Pharmacy0.9 km
- Steve Mcdonald News0.7 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Subway0.7 km
- Thailand Thai Cuisine0.8 km
- Cafe 1930.5 km
- Good News Cafe0.9 km
- Witard Road Community Cafe0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Top Chef0.7 km
- Hartlands Fish Bar0.3 km
- Hotspot0.3 km
- Subway / BP Plumstead Road0.7 km
- Frying Machine0.8 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Rivergarden1.0 km
- Town House1.0 km
- County Arts Bowls Club0.4 km
- The Cottage Public House0.9 km
- Heartsease Public House0.4 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- East Of England Co-Operative Society Ltd0.9 km
- Tesco Express0.5 km
- Aldi0.4 km
- Co-op Foodstore0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich2.0 km
- Salhouse5.9 km
- Brundall Gardens6.0 km
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Postcode Profile: NR70DL · Data under Open Government Licence