8,416TOTAL POPULATION
4,033HOUSEHOLDS
3.7%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£32,240AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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NR26 POSTCODE REGION

Norwich (NR26)

The NR26 postcode area is located in the Norwich postcode town region, within the county of Norfolk, and contains a total of 334 individual postcodes.

There are 3 electoral wards in the NR26 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 North Norfolk Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 18% of people in NR26 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 NR26 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The NR26 postcode is located in the city of Norwich, in the county of Norfolk, England. It covers about 5.37 square miles and has a population of around 16,000 people.

It is one of the most affluent areas in the city and has a significant number of retail and leisure outlets. It is also home to the University of East Anglia, Norwich Castle, Norwich Cathedral, and two local comedy festivals.

The area is well connected with the rest of the city, being only a few minutes' walk away from the town centre. It is served by frequent bus services, many of which are free to residents. It also benefits from good road links and is connected to the rest of Norfolk and beyond by the A11 and A47 roads.

The area offers a wide range of quality housing options, ranging from luxury new builds to attractive period properties. It also has a range of independent shops, cafés and pubs, as well as some larger chain stores, all of which are well patronised.

The area is known for its progressive and green approach, with plenty of cycle routes and a commitment to sustainability. The city council has recently allocated a great deal of money for electric transport infrastructure across the county.

In addition, the area has some impressive green spaces, including Eaton Park, Waterloo Park, and dunes down at Winterton-on-Sea.

Finally, the area is known for its vibrant arts and music scene, which offers a range of festivals, shows, markets and music events throughout the year.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 93%WORKING
  • 7%UNEMPLOYED

7% of people in NR26 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 18%AB
  • 55%C2/C2
  • 27%DE

According to census records, 18% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 97%WHITE
  • 3%NON-WHITE

97% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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NR26Norfolk

Norfolk

The county of Norfolk

NR26 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 CodeNR26
Postal TownNorwich
MSOA NameNorth Norfolk 001
LSOA NameNorth Norfolk 001A
CountyNorfolk
RegionNorfolk
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityNorth Norfolk
Area ClassificationMainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%)

NR26 Electoral Wards

The postal region of NR26, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


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Sheringham
Sheringwood
Upper Sheringham
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The woman, in her 20s, is still being treated for serious injuries in hospital.

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Council support is essential, says arts charity

Norwich performing arts hub The Garage "would be running a deficit" without local authority funding.

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Two men trying to stop fight injured by knife

Police are treating it as a 'serious assault' and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

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Police are treating it as a 'serious assault' and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

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Investing 1m in museum a 'monumental mistake'

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'There's nothing stopping us being the fastest'

Drivers in the UK's only all-disabled competitive racing team say the sport is a great leveller.

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Investing 1m in museum a 'monumental mistake'

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