Norfolk Way is in Bishop'S Stortford and in East Hertfordshire district. CM23 3PY is located in the Bishop's Stortford Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertford and Stortford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norfolk Way, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 3PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM23 3RA, CM23 3PN, CM23 3PX, CM23 3QE, CM23 3PW, CM23 3RS, CM23 3NN, CM23 3QZ, CM23 4DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM23 3PY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 53.8% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 47.4% | 46.2% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.1% | 41.6% | 11.5% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 37% | -8.2% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 11.9% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 5.5% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.6% | 58% | 8.4% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 31% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 10% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 1% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.4% | 13.3% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 9.6% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 17% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 11.5% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 17.4% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 27.5% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 96.7% | 89% | -7.7% | 81.4% | 7.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 87.4% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 9.6% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 88% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 1.3% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norfolk Way was 45.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.7% lower than the Bishop's Stortford All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norfolk Way has the 50th lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Bishop's Stortford All Saints and the 215th lowest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 11 Lynton Court Norfolk Way, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2007-01-09 | £207,544 |
| Flat 11 Lynton Court Norfolk Way, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2004-05-26 | £209,158 |
CM23 3PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Whittington Primary School Thornbera Gardens , CM23 3NP | 3out of 4 | 309 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorley Hill Primary School Park Lane , CM23 3NH | 3out of 4 | 683 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Fields Primary School Penningtons , CM23 4LE | 1out of 4 | 876 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Great Hadham Road , CM23 2NL | - not rated | 1,098 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Apton Road , CM23 3SN | 4out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bishop's Stortford High School London Road , CM23 3LU | 4out of 4 | 845 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Windhill , CM23 2NQ | - not rated | 1,423 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Warwick Road , CM23 5NJ | 4out of 4 | 1,823 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hockerill Anglo-European College Dunmow Road , CM23 5HX | 4out of 4 | 2,093 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood High School Parsonage Lane , CM23 5BD | 3out of 4 | 2,975 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Trees Independent School 13a London Road , Bishops Stortford CM23 5NA | - not rated | 1,299 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop's Stortford College 10 Maze Green Road , CM23 2PJ | - not rated | 1,630 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howe Green House School Howe Green , Great Hallingbury CM22 7UF | - not rated | 3,220 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flames Grill | 4 Thorley Centre, Villiers Sur Marne Avenue | 659 yd | |
| Jades | Thorley Centre, Villiers Sur Marne Avenue | 659 yd | |
| Albert's | 13 Thorley Neighbourhood Centre, Villiers Sur Marne Avenue | 663 yd | |
| Stortford Gymnastics Club | Thomas Tredgold House, 231 London Road | 909 yd | |
| Blues Cafe | Bishops Stortford Comm Fc Northolt Juniors Clubhouse, Friedberg Avenue | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marne Inn | Villiers Sur Marne Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 659 yd | |
| Thorley Cricket Club | Thorley Lane East, Thorley | 659 yd | |
| The Harvest Moon | Friedberg Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 902 yd | |
| Havers Park Bowls Club | 176 South Street, Bishops Stortford | 953 yd | |
| The Jolly Brewers | 170 South Street, Bishops Stortford | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Inn Kebab | 51 Elizabeth Road, Bishops Stortford | 438 yd | |
| Lee Garden | 45 Elizabeth Road, Bishops Stortford | 438 yd | |
| Fish 'N' Chick'N | 8 Thorley Centre, Villiers Sur Marne Avenue | 659 yd | |
| The Sweet Life | 2-2A Rhodes Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 801 yd | |
| Ell Churros | 2A Rhodes Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Havers Lane, Bishops Stortford | 553 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Villiers Sur Marne Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 659 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Bishop'S Stortford High School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 709 yd |
| Thorley Cricket Club WALNUT DRIVE | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| Manor Fields Primary School PENNINGTONS | grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Windhill21 WINDHILL PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDHILL PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDHILL | grass pitches | 942 yd |
| Friedberg Playing Fields THE BARONS | grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.