Appletree Lane is in Roydon, Diss and in South Norfolk district. IP22 4TL is located in the Diss & Roydon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Appletree Lane, Roydon, Diss, IP22 4TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP22 4FJ, IP22 5RY, IP22 4FL, IP22 4EQ, IP22 4EG, IP22 4FH, IP22 4ED, IP22 4QZ, IP22 4QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP22 4TL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.1% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.9% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 4TL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 23.3% | 30.3% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 54.5% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 5.4% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 6.9% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 51.6% | 51% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 34.8% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 12.5% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 27.3% | 16.8% | -10.5% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 15% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 16.1% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 20.1% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 23.4% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.9% | 96.8% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 91.6% 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% | 91.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 7% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 91.6% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 4.6% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Appletree Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Diss & Roydon average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% 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 Appletree Lane, Diss, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-06-07 | £220,087 |
| 28 Appletree Lane, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £299,000 | 2024-02-29 | £311,945 |
| 56 Appletree Lane, Diss, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-03-17 | £222,651 |
| 32 Appletree Lane, Diss, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2023-02-28 | £230,285 |
| 33 Appletree Lane, Diss, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-05-11 | £267,516 |
IP22 4TL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 122 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roydon Primary School Manor Road , Roydon IP22 5QU | 3out of 4 | 827 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Diss Church of England Junior Academy The Entry , IP22 4NT | 1out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Diss Infant Academy and Nursery Fitzwalter Road , IP22 4PU | 3out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Palgrave Church of England Primary School Palgrave , IP22 1AG | 3out of 4 | 2,344 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bressingham Primary School School Road , Bressingham IP22 2AR | 3out of 4 | 3,560 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,169 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 1857 @ Diss Auction Rooms | Diss Auction Rooms, Roydon Road | 649 yd | |
| The Corn Hall Cafe | 21 St Nicholas Street, Diss | 742 yd | |
| Diss Deli \& Coffee Shop Ltd | 8 St Nicholas Street, Diss | 752 yd | |
| Sing Tong Thai Restaurant | Norfolk House Yard, Diss | 753 yd | |
| Amandines | Norfolk House Yard, Diss | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diss Town Football Club | Brewers Green Lane, Diss | 474 yd | |
| Greyhound | Greyhound Public House, 9 St Nicholas Street | 753 yd | |
| The Saracens Head | Saracens Head, 75 Mount Street | 769 yd | |
| The Waterfront Inn | The Waterfront, 43 Mere Street | 1,037 yd | |
| The Thatchers Needle | Thatchers Needle, 33 Park Road | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey's Fish And Chips | 68 Shelfanger Road, Diss | 489 yd | |
| Happy Palace | 22 St Nicholas Street, Diss | 753 yd | |
| USA Sensations | 25 St Nicholas Street, Diss | 787 yd | |
| Sanda's Truly Scrumptious Food | 17 Market Place, Diss | 851 yd | |
| Mr Chips | 16 Market Place, Diss | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | 37 - 38 Mere Street, Diss | 1,037 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Diss Town Football Club BREWERS GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 437 yd |
| Diss Sports Ground Shelfanger Road | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 484 yd |
| Diss High School WALCOT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,029 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 | 93.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.1% |
| 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.1 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.