49,980TOTAL POPULATION
21,477HOUSEHOLDS
5.7%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£31,720AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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NR31 POSTCODE REGION

Norwich (NR31)

The NR31 postcode area is located in the Norwich postcode town region, within the county of Norfolk, and contains a total of 1336 individual postcodes.

There are -1 electoral wards in the NR31 postcode area, including which come under the local authority of the Great Yarmouth Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 13% of people in NR31 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 NR31 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


NR31 is a postcode district in the Norwich district of England. It is a sub-region of Norfolk and includes the areas of Kessingland, Corton, Pakefield, South Lowestoft, Oulton Broad, Kirkley, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft and St Olaves.

NR31 has a diverse and unique range of culture, attractions and attractions and a vibrant local economy. It includes the Southwold Maritime Museum, Africa Alive! and Pleasurewood Hills. It is also home to many popular attractions including the Pleasurewood Hills theme park and the historic Oulton Broad. NR31 is the gateway for visitors travelling from the East Coast and boasts a wealth of characterful pubs, bars and restaurants to explore.

The area also has a number of golf courses, including Rhosyr Golf Course and Corton Links, together with a selection of local beaches and marinas to enjoy, making it a great destination for leisure and entertainment.

For visitors looking to explore more of the area, NR31 has a number of historic sites and buildings for them to explore such as the Church of St Margaret in Kirkley and the Battery Museum in Lowestoft. It is also great for walkers, cyclists and wildlife lovers, with a number of nature reserves and beaches to choose from.

In addition, the area is well connected by public transport links, including rail, bus and even sea transport from Lowestoft Harbour. There is a selection of local schools, colleges and universities as well as a range of sport and leisure activities.

NR31 is a great area for people looking for a unique and diverse place to stay, explore and live. With a thriving local economy, beautiful beaches and nature reserves, vibrant culture and bars and restaurants, and well-developed transport links, the district caters to a wide array of visitors and provides a great quality of life.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 89%WORKING
  • 11%UNEMPLOYED

11% of people in NR31 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 13%AB
  • 54%C2/C2
  • 33%DE

According to census records, 13% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 95%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

95% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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NR31Norfolk

Norfolk

The county of Norfolk

NR31 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 CodeNR31
Postal TownNorwich
MSOA NameGreat Yarmouth 007
LSOA NameGreat Yarmouth 007D
CountyNorfolk
RegionNorfolk
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityGreat Yarmouth
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

NR31 Electoral Wards

The postal region of NR31, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


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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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