Is NR9 4QW a safe place to live?

Yes, NR9 4QW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR9 4QW?

The population for the NR9 4QW area is approximately 389 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

NR9 4QW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR9 4QW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

389

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

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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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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9/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates NR9 4QW — age 47, 90% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

NR9 4QW is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from Brakefield Green in Breckland. Administratively it sits within Mattishall ward and the Mid Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, NR9 4QW 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 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR9 4QW are sourced from Output Area E00134587 (shared with 21 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 4QW. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

NR9 4QW has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other crime1

Violence and sexual offences1

Other theft1

school Local Schools

Garvestone Community Primary School

Good74 pupils1.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Dereham Market Place5.9 km
Wymondham11.8 km
Spooner Row13.3 km