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City Centre West

England / East of England / Norwich / City Centre West

About

City Centre West in Norwich is a bustling urban area known for its mix of historic and modern elements. The district features a blend of retail spaces, offices, and cultural venues, making it a key part of the city’s daily life. Streets like St. Benedict’s and Castle Meadow are lined with shops, cafes, and pubs, catering to both locals and visitors. The area is also home to Norwich Castle, a prominent landmark that adds a historical dimension to the surroundings.

Transport links are convenient, with bus routes connecting City Centre West to other parts of Norwich. The district’s proximity to the main shopping areas and the train station makes it a practical hub. Green spaces like Castle Gardens provide a quiet retreat amid the urban activity. The mix of architecture, from medieval structures to contemporary buildings, reflects the area’s evolving character.

Area overview

On average City Centre West has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 454 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in City Centre West is £36,500 per year. There are 4 schools in City Centre West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
454
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
20.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

City Centre West Population
6,081
Population density
4,977.1 per km²

Demographics

British
4,365
71.8%
Other White
643
10.58%
Chinese
162
2.66%
Indian
149
2.45%
African
129
2.12%
Total population: 6,079

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,072
36.97%
Owns outright
551
19%
Other social rented
463
15.97%
Social rents from council
414
14.28%
Owns with a mortgage
320
11.03%
Total households: 2,900

Property prices in City Centre West

Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in City Centre West area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £675,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£420,000
Flats66£193,750
Semi-Detached3£280,000
Terraced12£406,250

10 years price trend in City Centre West

All postcodes in City Centre West

NR24AQ

St Benedicts Street

NR24TX

St Benedicts Street

NR31SL

St James Court

NR21EA

City Centre West

NR21HG

Pottergate

NR24RD

City Centre West

NR31BU

Cross Lane

NR31DA

Colegate

NR31HX

Magdalen Street

NR33DT

Coslany Street

NR33RU

Key And Castle Yard

NR13AH

Foulgers Opening

NR21AN

City Centre West

NR21HF

St Benedicts Street

NR21JR

St Giles Street

NR21QQ

City Centre West

NR24HX

Barn Road

NR31AB

Colegate

NR31BQ

Colegate

NR31LP

Magdalen Street

NR31RU

St James Court

NR31SY

Bull Close

NR21NB

Gentleman's Walk

NR13DD

Castle Meadow

NR13LR

Westlegate

NR13NY

All Saints Street

NR13QG

Red Lion Street

NR21HJ

Wellington Lane

NR21AW

Bethel Street

NR21ES

St Lawrence Lane

NR21NR

Bethel Street

NR21SB

City Centre West

NR24TU

St Benedicts Street

NR31TN

Bargate Court

NR31DJ

Muspole Street

NR33PH

Robert Gybson Way

NR11QU

Garden Street

NR13ER

Ber Street

NR13JZ

Timberhill

NR13LA

Lion And Castle Yard

NR13LJ

All Saints Street

NR13RY

Orford Place

NR21DQ

Lobster Lane

NR21HD

Cow Hill

NR21JP

Gaol Hill

NR21RB

City Centre West

NR21RL

Theatre Street

NR24AB

St Benedicts Street

NR31AA

Cowgate

NR13LP

All Saints Street

NR13PD

Surrey Street

NR24AD

St Andrews Street

NR21SN

Guildhall Hill

NR24HH

City Centre West

NR24PQ

St Benedicts Street

NR31BG

Colegate

NR31SF

Blackfriars Street

NR31SW

Bargate Court

NR33DP

Oak Street

NR33FD

Duke Street

NR33PL

Coslany Street

NR13EX

Ber Street

NR21AR

City Centre West

NR21QN

Brigg Street

NR21QZ

The Chantry

NR21SH

City Centre West

NR24SD

Westwick Street

NR23RU

Earlham Road

NR31HU

Colegate

NR31RJ

Bargate Court

NR33PS

Coslany Street

NR33QY

Dyers Yard

NR21AG

City Centre West

NR21HZ

City Centre West

NR21JX

City Centre West

NR21LL

St Giles Street

NR21NG

City Centre West

NR24AE

St Andrews Street

NR31AN

Balderston Court

NR31FD

Little Bull Close

NR31SG

Blackfriars Street

NR33DU

Colegate

NR13HE

Ber Street

NR13LE

Farmers Avenue

NR13QD

Timberhill

NR21TS

Pottergate

NR21BZ

Pottergate

NR21DS

Pottergate

NR21ER

Pottergate

NR21LA

City Centre West

NR21LW

St Giles Street

NR21NN

Bethel Street

NR21RF

Chantry Road

NR31LF

City Centre West

NR31TB

Peacock Street

NR33DS

Colegate

NR33FA

Oak Street

NR33DL

Oak Street

NR11RE

Rouen Road

NR13GX

Mountergate
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.