norwich NR8 Postcodes

Norwich (NR8)

The NR8 postcode area is located in the Norwich postcode town region, within the county of Norfolk, and contains a total of 515 individual postcodes.

There are 9 electoral wards in the NR8 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 South Norfolk Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in NR8 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 NR8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The NR8 postcode is in the much desired suburb of the Norwich district. It falls under the area known as Drayton and covers the town of Spixworth. This postcode is popular with families and people of all ages because of its excellent transport links, larger family homes, good schools and a variety of activities and amenities.

Located just to the north-east of Norwich, the NR8 postcode has access to the city centre via the A47 and the A140. Regular bus services and direct trains to London in a little over two hours also serve the area. It is only thirteen miles from the coast and open foliage of Norfolk, making it a great location for tourists to explore.

The NR8 has a huge amount of outdoor space including parks, the Drayton Hall Nature Reserve, and Hickling Broad, a stunning Norwich Nature Reserve, the UK's largest area of open water. There are plenty of leisure facilities in the area too, including a skate and bike park, an outdoor pool, gyms, and tennis courts.

The postcode area also has some excellent educational institutions, including Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form College and Norwich Primary School.

Additionally, the NR8 boasts an array of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants for residents and visitors to enjoy. There are several large supermarkets, plenty of convenience stores, and farm shops as well as post offices. With a number of health care services including GP surgeries and pharmacies, NR8 is equipped for the needs of its inhabitants.

The area has seen excellent growth over the last few years, with an increase in housing projects, various refurbishment projects, and access to trusted builders and tradespeople, all of which has helped to boost the local economy and add value to local properties.

For all of these reasons, the NR8 postcode area has become a very sought after area for families, and is a great place to live or own a second home.

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