217,161TOTAL POPULATION
94,009HOUSEHOLDS
5.4%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£41,080AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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NR1 POSTCODE REGION

Norwich (NR1)

The NR1 postcode area is located in the Norwich postcode town region, within the county of Norfolk, and contains a total of 1212 individual postcodes.

There are 6 electoral wards in the NR1 postcode area, including Attleborough, Beccles, Bungay, Cromer, Dereham, Fakenham, Great Yarmouth, Holt, Lowestoft, Melton Constable, North Walsham, Norwich, Sheringham, Walsingham, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Wymondham which come under the local authority of the Norwich Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 23% of people in NR1 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of NR1 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The postcode NR1 covers the area of central Norwich in the county of Norfolk in the United Kingdom. The area is a hub for shopping, entertainment, and culture within the city. It includes the riverside areas surrounding Norwich Castle and the historic Elm Hill district.

Within the NR1 postcode area, there are a variety of shops, restaurants, bars, galleries, and museums, and a good public transport network connects the area with the rest of the city. Shoppers can find high-end stores, boutiques, vintage shops, and independent market stalls. Elm Hill is home to the cobbled streets and Tudor buildings that have made Norwich famous.

Historic sites such as Norwich Cathedral, Leathermarket and the Medieval Bishop's Palace are all situated within the NR1 postcode. The Norwich Playhouse is a well-known theatre in the city centre, and the area is home to several art galleries and museums, including the Norwich Castle Museum and the Strangers Hall.

The NR1 postcode is home to the University of East Anglia, and its student population adds to the vibrancy of the area; The Tombland and St Stephens areas of Norwich have become popular areas for nightlife.

Sports fans can enjoy the sporting amenities of the University, as well as athletic clubs and the Norwich City Football Club home ground Carrow Road. There is also plenty of green space, including the well loved Eaton Park, providing plenty of options for walking and exercising.

Furthermore, NR1 is served by a number of bus routes that run throughout the city, providing good access to different areas. There are also several parks and open spaces to enjoy in NR1, including Chapelfield Gardens, Hay Hill and Mousehold Heath. In the summer, the area also holds popular festivals, such as the Norwich Pride Parade.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 88%WORKING
  • 12%UNEMPLOYED

12% of people in NR1 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 23%AB
  • 49%C2/C2
  • 28%DE

According to census records, 23% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 87%WHITE
  • 13%NON-WHITE

87% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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NR1Norfolk

Norfolk

The county of Norfolk

NR1 is located in the county of Norfolk, in England.

Norfolk has a total population of 892,900, making it the 25th largest county in the UK.

Norfolk has a total area of 2080 square miles, and a population density of 165 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Norfolk Postal Town Map
Outward CodeNR1
Postal TownNorwich
MSOA NameNorwich 014
LSOA NameNorwich 014B
CountyNorfolk
RegionNorfolk
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityNorwich
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

NR1 Electoral Wards

The postal region of NR1, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Lakenham
Long John's Hill
New Catton
Norwich
Thorpe Hamlet
Thorpe St Andrew
Trowse Newton
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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Saturday, September 18, 2021

Cavelle Rd, Norwich NR1 2LL . Good or bad place to live?


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