Needham Road is in Harleston and in South Norfolk district. IP20 9JY 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 Needham Road, Harleston, IP20 9JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP20 9LR, IP20 9JU, IP20 9LP, IP20 9JT, IP20 9JG, IP20 9JN, IP20 9JH, IP20 9JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP20 9JY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.2% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.8% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of IP20 9JY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 14.3% | 15.6% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -22.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.2% | 64.1% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 19.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 8% | 3.9% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 11.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 | 30.3% | 38.5% | 8.2% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 41.2% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 7.6% |
| Fair health | 22.9% | 16.5% | -6.4% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 29% | 21.4% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 5.9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 18.1% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 30.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.4% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 95.6% | 95.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 95% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.4% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.6% | 37.2% | -9.6% |
| Christian | 66.7% | 46.2% | 20.5% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Needham Road was 23.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.8% lower than the Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Needham Road has the 20th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole and the 173rd lowest crime rate of 436 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Needham Road, Harleston, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-09-08 | £338,265 |
| 9 Needham Road, Harleston, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2025-02-06 | £413,392 |
| 34 Needham Road, Harleston, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2024-12-18 | £204,407 |
| 13A Needham Road, Harleston, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2024-05-16 | £897,043 |
| Laurel Lodge, 19 Needham Road, Harleston, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £875,000 | 2024-05-03 | £934,419 |
IP20 9JY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP20 9JY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 128 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harleston CofE VA Primary School School Lane , IP20 9HG | - not rated | 1,385 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harleston CofE Primary Academy School Lane , IP20 9HG | - not rated | 1,385 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harleston, Dove Church of England Voluntary Aided First School School Lane , IP20 9HG | - not rated | 1,385 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Pickering Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School School Lane , IP20 9HG | - not rated | 1,463 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mendham Primary School Mendham , IP20 0NJ | - not rated | 3,348 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 | 424 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Sancroft High School Wilderness Lane , IP20 9DD | - not rated | 424 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 | 379 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 | 427 yd | |
| Normans Fish And Chips | 12 London Road, Harleston | 704 yd | |
| Warne's Wonderland | 17 Exchange Street, Harleston | 844 yd | |
| Onward Enterprises @ The Parlour | Cornucopia, CornXchange | 846 yd | |
| The Apiary Cake & Coffee House | 3 The Thoroughfare, Harleston | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shotford Bowls Club | Shotford Bowling Club, Spirketts Lane | 352 yd | |
| The Cap | Cardinals Hat, 23 The Thoroughfare | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Wok | 10 London Road, Harleston | 704 yd | |
| Kam Moon | 3 Church Street, Harleston | 912 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab House | 9A The Thoroughfare, Harleston | 918 yd | |
| Full Moon | 32 Broad Street, Harleston | 1,020 yd | |
| K M Fish & Chips | 30 Broad Street, Harleston | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co-Op | Bullock Fair Close, Harleston | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Sancroft High School WILDERNESS LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 425 yd |
| Harleston Community Leisure Facility WILDERNESS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 715 yd |
| Shotford Indoor Bowls Club SPIRKETTS LANE | indoor bowls | 718 yd |
| The Elixir Rooms (Closed) Broad Street | health and fitness suite | 1,023 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 | 52.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.