The city centre is great for shopping, and yet something about the energy of this place seems to be lacking!? 

Peoplewise - I found that a lot of the people I've met from norwich seem quite reserved. Also for those of you are who are into spiritual stuff or affected by the energetics of a place - some people seem to find this an energeically tricky place to live. 

I guess it comes down to whether you like the vibe of the people and the place - more than whether you like shopping and architecture.
Louis

…It has developed so much in the last two years. There is a new beautiful Chapelfield Mall which is great and there is still the old one, Castle Mall. Norwich is fantastic for shopping. Everything is close by and it is very safe.

It is a very scenic city, still with a traditional market and lots of churches, old buildings including the Norwich Cathedral and the Norwich Castle. 

Very easy place to make friends. Quality of life is excellent. 20 min to the Norfolk Broads, 25 min to the seaside, and lots of countryside in a 10 min drive.
Tracy

... Friendly, great for making friends and easy to go to the countryside, or 2 hours to London Liverpool Street. There are 2 malls there too and lots of little cafes. Very creative city with one of the best art schools.
Xsara

Working is good, with loads of industrial estates, shops, office blocks, pubs, clubs - I could go on forever. There's something for everybody here.

It's quiet in most places and busy during the day, like any standard city, but it's also kept clean and is always moving forward.

I've also lived in Scunthorpe and North Wales, but Norwich is home and I don't think I'd ever like to leave for good!

Despite being a city, it always feels very, very safe here.