Abbey Mews is in Thetford and in Breckland district. IP24 1FA is located in the Thetford Priory electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2014-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Abbey Mews, Thetford, IP24 1FA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP24 1AF, IP24 1AN, IP24 1QJ, IP24 1AH, IP24 1QL, IP24 1AG, IP24 1BD, IP24 1AW, IP24 1BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP24 1FA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 44.4% | 49.2% | 4.8% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 55.6% | 50.8% | -4.8% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around IP24 1FA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 52.2% | 50.4% | -1.8% | 37.9% | 12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.1% | 30% | 1.9% | 44.2% | -14.2% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 12.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 31.6% | 41.1% | 9.5% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 49.2% | 37.6% | -11.6% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 13.7% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 6.5% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 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 | 18.3% | 22.2% | 3.9% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10.4% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 13.5% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 8.3% | 7.0% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 14.8% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 24.3% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 20.5% | 6.5% | -14.0% | 2.8% | 3.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 93.6% | 88.2% | -5.4% | 81.4% | 6.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 59.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.1% | 59.1% | 2.0% | 83.2% | -24.1% |
| European Union | 36.5% | 32.6% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 26.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 56.8% | 59.1% | 2.3% | 83.2% | -24.1% |
| 10+ Years | 12.4% | 22% | 9.6% | 9.8% | 12.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 14.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% | 2.9% | 6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 13.2% | 5.3% | -7.9% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 48.5% | 76.7% | -28.2% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 8% | 0.5% | 7.5% |
| Lithuania | 13.6% | 0.3% | 13.3% |
| Poland | 8% | 1.3% | 6.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 44% | 46.2% | -2.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Abbey Mews was 42.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.3% lower than the Thetford Boudica average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Abbey Mews has the 24th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Thetford Boudica and the 185th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower 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 Abbey Mews, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-05-03 | £337,353 |
| 6 Abbey Mews, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2023-01-11 | £224,870 |
| 4 Abbey Mews, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2021-03-30 | £339,224 |
| 6 Abbey Mews, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2019-10-11 | £210,070 |
| 3 Abbey Mews, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-10-08 | £251,580 |
IP24 1FA 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 | 135 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 65 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich Road Academy Norwich Road , IP24 2HT | 2out of 4 | 415 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop's Church of England Primary Academy Canterbury Way , IP24 1EB | 2out of 4 | 826 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drake Primary School Fairfields , Croxton Road IP24 1JW | 4out of 4 | 874 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redcastle Family School St Martin's Way , IP24 3PU | 3out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Raleigh Infant Academy Admirals Way , IP24 2JT | 1out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Thetford Academy Croxton Road , IP24 1LH | 3out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thetford Grammar School Bridge ST , Thetford IP24 3AF | - not rated | 560 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Damara School 30 Bridge Street , IP24 3AG | - not rated | 649 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pinetree School Staniforth Road , IP24 3LH | 2out of 4 | 1,676 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nimmi Indian Cuisine | 17-19 White Hart Street | 317 yd | |
| Star OK Kebabs | 7 White Hart Street, Thetford | 332 yd | |
| Mama D’s Homemade Cuisine Ltd | Thetford Town Football Club Mundford Road | 361 yd | |
| Central Cafe | 1a White Hart Street | 388 yd | |
| Charles Burrell Museum | Charles Burrell Steam Museum Minstergate | 389 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Tavern | Railway Tavern Station Road | 222 yd | |
| ICE | 35 - 37A Riverside Walk | 489 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | Market Place, Thetford | 522 yd | |
| Andrew Byrne (Thetford Conservative Club) | Thetford Conservative Club, 13 Magdalen Street | 547 yd | |
| Green Dragon | 5 Market Place | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Plus | 15 White Hart Street | 323 yd | |
| Rumbles Fish Bar | 45 King Street | 441 yd | |
| USA Chicken | 31 Riverside Walk | 478 yd | |
| Phoenix House | 4 Market Place | 529 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 18 Well Street, Thetford | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, Prism House, 9 - 11 Norwich Road | 202 yd | |
| Wilko Retail Ltd | Minstergate Street | 389 yd | |
| Poundstretcher Ltd | Minstergate, Thetford | 389 yd | |
| Maxi Poli | 17 Lime Kiln Lane | 406 yd | |
| 7 Days Supermarket Ltd | 44 King Street, Thetford | 418 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thetford Town Football Club MUNDFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 357 yd |
| Thetford Town Cricket Club MUNDFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 369 yd |
| Breckland Leisure Centre And Waterworld CROXTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 385 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Thetford) Bridge Street | health and fitness suite | 540 yd |
| Thetford Grammar School BRIDGE STREET | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| The Bishops Church Of England Va Primary Academy CANTERBURY WAY | grass pitches | 948 yd |
| Thetford Grammar School Playing Fields NEWTOWN | grass pitches | 951 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 | 62.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.