Is NR8 5AJ a safe place to live?

Yes, NR8 5AJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 31 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NR8 5AJ?

The average property price in NR8 5AJ is currently around £359k.

What is the population of NR8 5AJ?

The population for the NR8 5AJ area is approximately 307 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

WEST END, NR8 5AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST END, NR8 5AJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

307

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10

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8/10

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4/10

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7/10

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3/10

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4/10

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1/10

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9/10

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6/10

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Area Character

NR8 5AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 88% 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 up 31.2% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR8 5AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on West End, 0.5km from Costessey in Costessey. Administratively it sits within Old Costessey ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR8, NR8 5AJ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 88% 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £359k, up 31.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NR8 5AJ are sourced from Output Area E00136943 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR8 5AJ. The average age is 50.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%

Asian / British Asian1.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 415,000

9 sales · Mean £ 398,055

Terraced

£ 237,000

5 sales · Mean £ 272,500

Semi-Detached

£ 201,000

9 sales · Mean £ 220,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NR8 5AJ has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13

Anti-social behaviour11

Criminal damage and arson2

Possession of weapons2

Public order2

school Local Schools

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Costessey

Good319 pupils0.4 km

Ormiston Victory Academy

Outstanding1266 pupils1.3 km

Queen's Hill Primary School

Good553 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby

The Bush Public House0.8 km
The Harte Of Costessey0.6 km
West End Cue Club0.4 km
Costessey Park Golf Club0.1 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Happy Valley0.3 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Hart Stores0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Norwich7.8 km
Wymondham12.0 km
Salhouse12.9 km