Church Road is in Shelfanger, Diss and in South Norfolk district. IP22 2DG is located in the Bressingham & Burston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Road, Shelfanger, Diss, IP22 2DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP22 2DU, IP22 2DQ, IP22 2DW, IP22 2DL, IP22 2DS, IP22 2DN, IP22 2DH, IP22 2EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP22 2DG 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 | 49.5% | 49.5% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.5% | 0.0% | 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 IP22 2DG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% 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 | 24.7% | 26.4% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 54.8% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 11.5% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 5.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 41.5% | 40.9% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 41% | 41.5% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 7.9% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 14.3% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 24.4% | 19% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 10.2% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 12.7% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.9% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 16.6% | 8.4% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 32.2% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.1% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 97.4% | 94.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 94.2% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 62.3% | 46.2% | 16.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 12.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.2% lower than the Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole and the 75th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quince House Church Road, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2025-03-31 | £604,898 |
| Myrtleberry Church Road, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2022-12-01 | £337,658 |
| Church Farm Bungalow Church Road, Diss, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2022-06-14 | £804,330 |
| Church House Church Road, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £592,500 | 2021-04-09 | £682,273 |
| Bridge Cottage Church Road, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2019-11-21 | £350,660 |
IP22 2DG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
IP22 2DG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP22 2DG 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 | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Winfarthing Mill Road , Winfarthing IP22 2DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,001 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burston Community Primary School Crown Green , Burston IP22 5TZ | 2out of 4 | 3,623 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bressingham Primary School School Road , Bressingham IP22 2AR | 3out of 4 | 3,881 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roydon Primary School Manor Road , Roydon IP22 5QU | 3out of 4 | 3,894 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Diss Church of England Junior Academy The Entry , IP22 4NT | 1out of 4 | 4,430 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diss High School Walcot Road , IP22 4DH | 3out of 4 | 4,105 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shelfanger Recreation Ground VILLAGE HALL VILLAGE HALL COMMON ROAD | grass pitches | 437 yd |
| Mg Fitness Studio HALL LANE | health and fitness suite | 758 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 | 86.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.4% |
| 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 | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.