Postcode report
NR5 9HP Guide - Crime Rate, Schools & Area Review
About NR5 9HP: area rating, property, schools and local change
NR5 9HP is a postcode in Bowthorpe, Norwich, East of England, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near NR5 9HP, then scores the surrounding small area 55/100 - top 50% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around NR5 9HP are property market signals and local prosperity, while housing is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for NR5 9HP is based on Norwich 005 Census 2021. It covers 13,032 residents, 4,023 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 31, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 34% owner-occupied, 26% privately rented, 40% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 7/10.
For property prices near NR5 9HP, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the NR5 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £263k from 72 rolling sales, down 2.7% month-on-month. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near NR5 9HP can compare 3 state schools within one mile, including 3 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 2 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near NR5 9HP by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
LocaleIQ checks available planning, HMO and roadworks feeds near NR5 9HP; no local change records are currently listed inside this report radius.
FAQ
Common questions about NR5 9HP
Is NR5 9HP a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 55/100 (top 50% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near NR5 9HP?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near NR5 9HP?
3 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near NR5 9HP?
LocaleIQ currently matches 2 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for NR5 9HP?
LocaleIQ matched NR5 9HP to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in NR5 9HP?
The latest median sold price is £263k based on 72 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around NR5 9HP?
LocaleIQ checks available planning, HMO and roadworks feeds for this area, but no local records are currently listed in the report radius.