Station Road is in Pulham St Mary, Diss and in South Norfolk district. IP21 4QS is located in the Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Road, Pulham St Mary, Diss, IP21 4QS 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 area surrounding IP21 4QS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.7% | 49.5% | 3.8% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 54.3% | 50.5% | -3.8% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 IP21 4QS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.8% 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 | 23.1% | 19% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.9% | 66.8% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 22.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 7.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 (85.3%) 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 | 55.7% | 54.7% | -1.0% | 48.4% | 6.3% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 30.6% | -2.1% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 9% | 11.4% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 16.7% | 14.7% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 6.4% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 13.2% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 21.1% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 36.5% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 99% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 97% | 96.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 94.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 215.0% higher than the Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole and the 42nd highest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Cottage Station Road, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2022-12-07 | £599,393 |
| Rustic View Station Road, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-09-14 | £372,617 |
| Willow Barn Station Road, Diss, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £341,000 | 2021-06-08 | £346,905 |
| Fourways Station Road, Diss, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-01-24 | £393,541 |
| Brook Cottage Station Road, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2017-06-27 | £650,176 |
IP21 4QS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
IP21 4QS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP21 4QS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulham Church of England Primary School Harleston Road , Pulham Market IP21 4SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tivetshall Community Primary School School Road , Tivetshall St Mary NR15 2BP | 3out of 4 | 4,425 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dickleburgh Church of England Primary Academy (With Pre-School) Harvey Lane , Dickleburgh IP21 4NL | 4out of 4 | 4,685 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harleston CofE Primary Academy School Lane , IP20 9HG | 3out of 4 | 4,954 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3out of 4 | 4,419 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pulham St Marys South Green BRICK KILN FARM BRICK KILN FARM STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 546 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 | 88.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.0% |
| 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 | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.