NR9 3BN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.0km from Great Melton in South Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Wicklewood ward and the South Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, NR9 3BN represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £520k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR9 3BN are sourced from Output Area E00136803 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NR9 3BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR9 3BN.
148
52
£ 54,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR9 3BN 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NR9 3BN combines high owner-occupation (57%), strong property values (£520k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £520k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR9 3BN. The average age is 52.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 520,000
2 sales · Mean £ 520,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
NR9 3BN has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wymondham6.1 km
- Spooner Row9.9 km
- Norwich11.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NR93BN · Data under Open Government Licence