30,729TOTAL POPULATION
13,530HOUSEHOLDS
7.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£27,040AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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NR30 POSTCODE REGION

Norwich (NR30)

The NR30 postcode area is located in the Norwich postcode town region, within the county of Norfolk, and contains a total of 1245 individual postcodes.

There are 14 electoral wards in the NR30 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 Great Yarmouth Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 10% of people in NR30 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 NR30 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The NR30 postcode is located in the town of Great Yarmouth in Norfolk, in the east of England, situated on the North Sea coast.

Great Yarmouth is a seaside resort with a long history, having been founded in the 11th century by the Saxon INVADER, HERBALD USTAN. It was an important fishing port for hundreds of years, and this legacy is still evident today, with traditional pubs and fishing boats lining the promenade.

The NR30 postcode covers a small area of the town, primarily located to the east of Yarmouth, reaching all the way to the River Bure. Areas to the east of the postcode, such as the town of Caister-on-Sea, are included as well.

Notable areas in the NR30 postcode include the Marina Centre, which is a popular leisure complex with numerous shops, restaurants, bowling, swimming, and more. Promenade Park waterfront gardens, located further east along the River Bure, is a beautiful riverside walk and one of the more popular spots for tourists.

The NR30 offers a number of educational options, with two primary schools, Ormiston Venture Academy and Cliff Park Ormiston Academy, as well as two secondary schools: Flegg High School and Great Yarmouth High School.

Away from educational establishments, the postcode boasts various parks and green spaces, including Nelson's Park and the popular Redfords Adventure Playground. For those looking for a bit of entertainment, there is also the Hippodrome Circus, an old and unique amphitheatre which dates back to 1903.

The postcode also borders on the East Anglian coastline, making it a great place to stop off and explore sandy beaches or take part in activities such as kitesurfing or kayaking. For those looking to venture further afield, the National Parks and Wildlife Reserves at Blakeney, Holkham and Weybourne are all easily accessible, while the nearby seaside town of Wroxham is also perfect for day trips.

In short, the NR30 postcode presents an array of attractions, educational establishments, and recreational activities, all within a small geographical area.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 87%WORKING
  • 13%UNEMPLOYED

13% of people in NR30 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 10%AB
  • 50%C2/C2
  • 40%DE

According to census records, 10% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 89%WHITE
  • 11%NON-WHITE

89% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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NR30Norfolk

Norfolk

The county of Norfolk

NR30 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 CodeNR30
Postal TownNorwich
MSOA NameGreat Yarmouth 005
LSOA NameGreat Yarmouth 005B
CountyNorfolk
RegionNorfolk
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityGreat Yarmouth
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

NR30 Electoral Wards

The postal region of NR30, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Caister-on-Sea
Cobholm Island
Filby
Filby Heath
Great Yarmouth
Mautby
Newtown
North Denes
Ormesby St Michael
Runham
Runham
Southtown
Thrigby
West Caister
West End
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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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