Chapel Close is in Pulham Market, Diss and in South Norfolk district. IP21 4SS 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 Chapel Close, Pulham Market, Diss, IP21 4SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP21 4TR, IP21 4SX, IP21 4SW, IP21 4TH, IP21 4TG, IP21 4TB, IP21 4SJ, IP21 4TX, IP21 4SL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP21 4SS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 57.1% | 54.1% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 42.9% | 45.9% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 | 19.5% | 28.6% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 44.7% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 16.6% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 7.5% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 7.5% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 33.3% | 39.4% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 33.3% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 22.2% | 20.3% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1.6% | -1.9% | 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 | 43.1% | 25.1% | -18.0% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10.1% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 14.6% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 6% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.4% | 15.6% | 12.2% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 24.6% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 96.3% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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% | 96.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Close was 14.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.2% lower than the Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Close has the 17th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole and the 92nd lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Chapel Close, Diss, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2025-10-21 | £232,500 |
| 7A Chapel Close, Diss, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2025-03-28 | £241,331 |
| 8 Chapel Close, Diss, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-02-03 | £212,104 |
| 1 Chapel Close, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2018-04-27 | £453,152 |
| 1 Chapel Close, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2016-04-29 | £402,833 |
IP21 4SS 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 IP21 4SS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 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 | 523 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tivetshall Community Primary School School Road , Tivetshall St Mary NR15 2BP | 3out of 4 | 2,743 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 | 5,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Falcon | The Green, Pulham Market | 275 yd | |
| Pulham Market Bowls Club | Pulham Market Bowls Club The Harrow, Barnes Road | 275 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | Crown Inn, The Green | 335 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pulham Market Methodist Church BANK STREET | 195 yd | |
| Pulham Market Playing Field 18-24 18-24 MILL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 479 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 | 73.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 37.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.