Mere Manor Court is in Diss and in South Norfolk district. IP22 4WX 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 Mere Manor Court, Diss, IP22 4WX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP22 4AW, IP22 4EY, IP22 4EZ, IP22 4NT, IP22 4PW, IP22 4JN, IP22 4AN, IP22 4PN, IP22 4AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP22 4WX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.8% | 50.5% | -6.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 43.2% | 49.5% | 6.3% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 21.1% | 25.1% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 35.4% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 18.5% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 9.4% |
| Widowed | 21.6% | 17.4% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 11.3% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 23.1% | 27.7% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -20.7% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 42% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 8.4% |
| Fair health | 24.9% | 21% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 10% | 5.8% | -4.2% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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.
In the area around IP22 4WX this area, 36.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.6% | 36.6% | -10.0% | 18.2% | 18.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 8.8% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 11.9% | 1.6% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 12.9% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 23.2% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 10.8% | 3.6% | -7.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.9% | 89% | -7.9% | 81.4% | 7.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 86.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 86.4% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 6.1% | 5.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 5% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 87.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 8.8% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.9% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.7% | 76.7% | -14.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 30.5% | 13.5% | 17.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 62.3% | 46.2% | 16.1% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mere Manor Court was 270.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 313.3% higher than the Diss & Roydon average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Mere Manor Court has the 2nd highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Diss & Roydon and the 8th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 125.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Mere Manor Court, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2017-02-08 | £480,094 |
| 2 Mere Manor Court, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2015-09-30 | £527,715 |
| 3 Mere Manor Court, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2009-09-25 | £686,641 |
| 2 Mere Manor Court, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2007-06-22 | £513,893 |
| 3 Mere Manor Court, Diss, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2006-06-08 | £659,856 |
IP22 4WX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 4WX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diss Church of England Junior Academy The Entry , IP22 4NT | 1out of 4 | 192 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Diss Infant Academy and Nursery Fitzwalter Road , IP22 4PU | 3out of 4 | 554 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Palgrave Church of England Primary School Palgrave , IP22 1AG | 3out of 4 | 1,397 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roydon Primary School Manor Road , Roydon IP22 5QU | 3out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scole Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Norwich Road , Scole IP21 4ED | 3out of 4 | 3,736 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 672 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Out Coffee Ltd | 9 Mavery House, Victoria Road | 221 yd | |
| Flour And Bean | 14 Mere Street, Diss | 224 yd | |
| Cafe Delices | 16A Mere Street, Diss | 224 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 7 Mere Street, Diss | 224 yd | |
| Diss United Reformed Church | United Reformed Church, Mere Street | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterfront Inn | The Waterfront, 43 Mere Street | 253 yd | |
| Greyhound | Greyhound Public House, 9 St Nicholas Street | 470 yd | |
| The Saracens Head | Saracens Head, 75 Mount Street | 517 yd | |
| The Thatchers Needle | Thatchers Needle, 33 Park Road | 677 yd | |
| The Cock Inn | 63 Denmark Street, Diss | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkuaz Turkish Cuisine | 146F Victoria Road, Diss | 199 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | 6 Mavery House, Victoria Road | 221 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 25 Mere Street, Diss | 224 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 33 Mere Street, Diss | 224 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab House | 54 Mere Street, Diss | 253 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore, Victoria Road | 199 yd | |
| Diss Mini Market | 26 Mere Street, Diss | 222 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 37 - 38 Mere Street, Diss | 253 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, Victoria Road | 297 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Diss Church Of England Junior School THE ENTRY | grass pitches | 100 yd |
| Rectory Meadow SKELTON ROAD | grass pitches | 132 yd |
| Diss Leisure Centre VICTORIA ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 446 yd |
| Diss High School WALCOT ROAD | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| Heywood Sports & Leisure Club WALCOT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 783 yd |
| Diss & District Indoor Bowls Club DENMARK STREET | indoor bowls | 832 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.