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Old Costessey & Queens Hills

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About

Old Costessey is a suburban area in South Norfolk, located just west of Norwich. It features a mix of residential housing, local shops, and green spaces, including Costessey Park and the River Tud. The area has historical roots, with landmarks like Costessey Hall and the remains of a medieval church. It offers easy access to Norwich via the A47, making it a practical location for commuters.

Queens Hills is a newer development within Old Costessey, known for its modern housing estates and community facilities. The area includes schools, a medical centre, and retail outlets, catering to families and professionals. Nearby Longwater Retail Park provides additional shopping and leisure options. With its blend of convenience and suburban living, Queens Hills has become a popular choice for those seeking a balance between city access and quieter surroundings.

Area overview

On average Old Costessey & Queens Hills has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Old Costessey & Queens Hills is £46,400 per year. There are 3 schools in Old Costessey & Queens Hills: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
11.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Old Costessey & Queens Hills Population
8,745
Population density
888.1 per km²

Demographics

British
7,106
81.3%
Other White
566
6.48%
African
211
2.41%
Indian
206
2.36%
Other Asian
168
1.92%
Total population: 8,741

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,670
47.11%
Owns outright
842
23.75%
Private landlord or letting agency
494
13.94%
Other social rented
356
10.04%
Social rents from council
62
1.75%
Total households: 3,545

Property prices in Old Costessey & Queens Hills

Based on 162 recent sales, the median property price is £255,000 in Old Costessey & Queens Hills area, with individual transactions ranging from £108,000 up to £885,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached46£368,500
Flats35£155,000
Semi-Detached39£265,000
Terraced42£246,500

10 years price trend in Old Costessey & Queens Hills

All postcodes in Old Costessey & Queens Hills

NR50TJ

Longwater Lane

NR85BU

Nursery Lane

NR85BY

Kost Road

NR85DQ

Piccoli Close

NR85EJ

Solario Road

NR50JU

Alex Moorhouse Way

NR85BJ

Costessey Lane

NR85BB

Breydon Drive North

NR85BH

Ernest Gage Avenue

NR85EU

Bahram Road

NR85HH

Allan Bedford Crescent

NR50PT

Poplar Close

NR50UJ

Lord Nelson Drive

NR85AE

Green Hills Close

NR85AL

Parklands

NR85BT

Town House Road

NR85DG

Costessey Lane

NR85ER

Rufus Street

NR85FE

Woodpecker Way

NR85GP

Peter Pulling Drive

NR85HF

Elizabeth Way

NR85AG

Cleves Way

NR85GZ

Allan Bedford Crescent

NR50PX

Grove Avenue

NR50TF

Longwater Lane

NR85EB

The Glade

NR85EE

Fairway

NR85BL

Siskin Close

NR85AT

Tower Close

NR85EX

Rose Avenue

NR85FR

Old Costessey & Queens Hills

NR50TP

Old Costessey & Queens Hills

NR50UX

Colossus Way

NR85ET

Kestrel Avenue

NR85EN

Cleves Way

NR85FF

Dunnock Drive

NR85FT

Fairway

NR85GS

Peacock Grove

NR85GT

Peacock Grove

NR95EQ

Dereham Road

NR50TQ

Longwater Lane

NR50TE

Longwater Lane

NR85DW

Carrs Hill Close

NR85FG

Dunnock Drive

NR85FJ

Heron Road

NR85GG

Blackhill Wood Lane

NR50WD

Prince Close

NR85FQ

Pochard Street

NR50TU

Achilles Drive

NR85AP

Breydon Drive

NR50AF

John Hyrne Way

NR50JT

Alex Moorhouse Way

NR85AF

Kingfisher Close

NR85BA

Breydon Drive North

NR85FD

Dunnock Drive

NR85GW

Brian McCarter Gardens

NR85HU

Foxhouse Road

NR85BE

Taverham Lane

NR85BX

Hill Top Drive

NR85GB

Fairway

NR85GR

Holly Blue Mews
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.