Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

SHOP LANE, NR9 3BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHOP LANE, NR9 3BD.

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Population

184

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 50,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR9 3BD 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.

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9/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NR9 3BD combines high owner-occupation (62%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

NR9 3BD is a sought-after residential area on Shop Lane, 0.9km from Hethersett in South Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Hethersett ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

For serious buyers, NR9 3BD is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 NR9 3BD are sourced from Output Area E00187984 (shared with 12 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 NR9 3BD. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.8%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

NR9 3BD has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Criminal damage and arson7
Other crime3
Public order2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Hethersett, Woodside Primary & Nursery School

Outstanding414 pupils0.3 km
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Hethersett VC Primary School

Good298 pupils0.7 km
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Hethersett Academy

Outstanding1052 pupils0.7 km
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Little Melton Primary School

Outstanding120 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Church Farm Shop0.5 km
  • Farmer Barnes Butchery0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Kin0.7 km
  • Kin Cafe0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Hethersett Sports & Social Club0.7 km
  • Jubilee Youth Club0.7 km
  • Queens Head Public House0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wymondham6.5 km
  • Norwich8.3 km
  • Spooner Row10.3 km