Area guide
Everything you need to know about buying property in the NR1 postcode area, covering Norwich and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.
Average price
£172,294
Median price
£155,000
5-year trend
+78.2%
Total sales
18,735
The NR1 area has 628 individual postcodes with 18,735 registered sales. Prices are +56.8% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Norwich. The five-year price movement is +78.2%.
A historic cathedral city with a strong cultural scene, growing tech sector and direct trains to London Liverpool Street.
🚆 Main station
Norwich
⏱️ London commute
~100 min by train
🏫 Notable school
Norwich School (Outstanding)
NR1 averages £172,294, placing it in the affordable category, +56.8% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 18,735 recorded sales across 628 postcodes.
The five-year price trend in NR1 is +78.2%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.
NR1 1YL
£81,847 avg · 220 sales
NR1 1YR
£88,522 avg · 211 sales
NR1 1BP
£103,922 avg · 206 sales
NR1 1HB
£182,395 avg · 204 sales
NR1 3SG
£140,462 avg · 203 sales
NR1 3SJ
£141,619 avg · 192 sales
NR1 1HX
£66,415 avg · 179 sales
NR1 3SN
£175,184 avg · 179 sales
NR1 1GW
£150,619 avg · 168 sales
This NR1 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.
Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology
The average sold price in the NR1 postcode area is £172,294, based on 18,735 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Norwich.
Properties in NR1 average £172,294, which is +56.8% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.
The median price (£155,000) is 10.0% below the average (£172,294), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.
Prices in NR1 have moved +78.2% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.
No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.
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