Norwich
Population
24,541
Crime per 1,000 residents
880
Schools
8
Parks
10
Stations
0
GP practices
12
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
NR1 covers the eastern side of Norwich city centre, including areas close to the train station, Riverside, and Thorpe Hamlet. It offers a mix of city living, riverside developments, and strong commuter links, making it one of the most connected and convenient parts of Norwich.
Vibe and lifestyle
Lively, central, and convenient with a strong mix of modern apartments and traditional residential streets. Popular among professionals, students, and commuters, the area offers quick access to shops, restaurants, nightlife, and transport links while still having quieter pockets near the river and surrounding neighbourhoods.
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Safety and crime trends
21,579 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.
Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 8 schools (7 primary, 1 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 12 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 24,541 across 12,459 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £246,634, based on 1,422 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 4 supermarkets, 0 transport stations, 10 parks and 3 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 0 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.