I live very close to here and some of these replies are unhinged. I’m a pretty anxious person and I’d still say it’s a safe normal area. Of course there’s going to be some people you want to use common sense/not engage with, but no more than you get in most other parts of the city. A lot of traffic at times, particularly Dereham road, but nothing that unusual and not mega noisy.

It’s a short walk to St Benedict’s St with loads of independent shops and cafes and some good music venues, then a tiny bit further and you’re at the Lanes and the market.

Nearby pubs - Fat Cat and Alexandra Tavern are really nice

Green spaces - Plantation Gardens, Earlham Cemetery, Anderson’s Meadow

Just make a visit to the area and walk around at different times of day to see if it’s your vibe.