norwich NR23 Postcodes
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Norwich (NR23)
The NR23 postcode area is located in the Norwich postcode town region, within the county of Norfolk, and contains a total of 242 individual postcodes.
There are 11 electoral wards in the NR23 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, 20% of people in NR23 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 NR23 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
NR23 is a postcode district located in Norwich in the East of England. It covers mainly residential areas in the north and east of the city, including Costessey and Thorpe St. Andrew, as well as parts of Old Catton. The NR23 postcode area also includes some smaller, outlying villages such as Framingham Pigot, Cringleford, and Blofield.
The NR23 postcode covers a population of 35,893 people and has an average household size of 2.7 people. This postcode area is relatively diverse with a high proportion of ethnic minorities, particularly in Costessey.
NR23 is one of the larger postcode districts in terms of area, stretching from the outskirts of Norwich in the north, to the Norfolk Broads in the south. It serves most of the northern half of the city's inner core area, despite not including any parts of the city centre itself.
The area is served by Norwich Railway Station, which is located on Thorpe Road in the NR23 postcode area. This allows local residents to access regular rail services to other major cities, including London Liverpool Street, Cambridge and Ipswich.
In terms of education, there are a number of primary and secondary schools located in the NR23 postcode area. Some of the primary schools within this area include Costessey Junior School, Thorpe St. Andrew Primary School, Blofield Primary School, and New Catton Primary School.
The NR23 postcode district is also well-served by healthcare and recreational facilities. The Costessey Centre, which is located within the postcode area, is a multi-use leisure facility which contains a large swimming pool, sports hall and fitness suite. Adjacent to this lies The Meadows public park, which is a well-maintained, open green space for the local community to enjoy.
Moreover, the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital lies just south of the NR23 postcode area. This hospital is the largest within the region, and offers a wide range of specialist healthcare services to the local community.
NR23 is a lively residential area located just outside of the city centre. It is well-connected via public transport, and provides a variety of amenities, including educational, healthcare and recreational facilities. This ensures the NR23 postcode area is an attractive place to live.
Demographics
Norfolk
NR23 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.
| Outward Code | NR23 |
| Postal Town | Norwich |
| MSOA Name | North Norfolk 002 |
| LSOA Name | North Norfolk 002C |
| County | Norfolk |
| Region | Norfolk |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | North Norfolk |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
NR23 Electoral Wards
The postal region of NR23, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Saturday, April 13, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 20% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.