Norwich has a population of approximately 148,000 persons and a regional catchment area of one million residents. In addition, approximately five million tourists visit Norwich annually. Magdalen Street is a busy thoroughfare linking the city centre with Anglia Square and the north of the city. Magdalen Street has a strong mix of independent eclectic retailers including restaurants, hairdressers, antiques, and specialty retailers. It is a destination retail location and benefits from being on a major bus route.