Frere Road is in Harleston and in South Norfolk district. IP20 9DL is located in the Harleston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Frere Road, Harleston, IP20 9DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP20 9DL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 50.7% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 46.3% | 49.3% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 21.7% | 32.3% | 10.6% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 47.6% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10% | 12.6% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.7% | 48.7% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 35.9% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 11.3% | -4.4% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 17.5% | -8.6% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 10.4% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.3% | 24.6% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 11.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.1% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 19.4% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 19.4% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.5% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 100% | 98.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 95.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.7% | 95.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 23.5% | 13.5% | 10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.3% | 37.2% | 12.1% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Frere Road was 36.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.6% higher than the Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Frere Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole and the 180th highest crime rate of 436 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Frere Road, Harleston, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-05-25 | £226,640 |
| 12 Frere Road, Harleston, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2015-11-18 | £268,575 |
| 10 Frere Road, Harleston, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,750 | 2003-02-12 | £321,301 |
| 10 Frere Road, Harleston, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £69,995 | 2000-09-29 | £264,278 |
| 10 Frere Road, Harleston, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £51,500 | 1998-12-01 | £256,982 |
IP20 9DL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harleston CofE VA Primary School School Lane , IP20 9HG | - not rated | 1,078 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harleston CofE Primary Academy School Lane , IP20 9HG | - not rated | 1,078 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harleston, Dove Church of England Voluntary Aided First School School Lane , IP20 9HG | - not rated | 1,078 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Pickering Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School School Lane , IP20 9HG | - not rated | 1,173 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mendham Primary School Mendham , IP20 0NJ | - not rated | 3,434 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Sancroft High School (A Church of England Academy) Wilderness Lane , IP20 9DD | - not rated | 299 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Sancroft High School Wilderness Lane , IP20 9DD | - not rated | 299 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Harleston Sancroft Academy (a 3-16 Church of England School) Wilderness Lane , IP20 9DD | - not rated | 443 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Momiji Japanese Restaurant And Bar | Cherry Tree, 74 London Road | 412 yd | |
| Normans Fish And Chips | 12 London Road, Harleston | 430 yd | |
| Warne's Wonderland | 17 Exchange Street, Harleston | 562 yd | |
| The Apiary Cake & Coffee House | 3 The Thoroughfare, Harleston | 583 yd | |
| Onward Enterprises @ The Parlour | Cornucopia, CornXchange | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cap | Cardinals Hat, 23 The Thoroughfare | 677 yd | |
| Shotford Bowls Club | Shotford Bowling Club, Spirketts Lane | 701 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Wok | 10 London Road, Harleston | 430 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab House | 9A The Thoroughfare, Harleston | 583 yd | |
| Kam Moon | 3 Church Street, Harleston | 625 yd | |
| Full Moon | 32 Broad Street, Harleston | 684 yd | |
| K M Fish & Chips | 30 Broad Street, Harleston | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co-Op | Bullock Fair Close, Harleston | 655 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Sancroft High School WILDERNESS LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 296 yd |
| Harleston Community Leisure Facility WILDERNESS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 338 yd |
| The Elixir Rooms (Closed) Broad Street | health and fitness suite | 683 yd |
| Shotford Indoor Bowls Club SPIRKETTS LANE | indoor bowls | 1,059 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 56.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 56.9 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.65 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.