Goat Willow Close is in Watton, Thetford and in Breckland district. IP25 6FE is located in the Watton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2006-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Goat Willow Close, Watton, Thetford, IP25 6FE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP25 6GA, IP25 6GD, IP25 6GE, IP25 6HF, IP25 6DL, IP25 6NX, IP25 6DN, IP25 6WA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP25 6FE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 51.6% | 49.3% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50.7% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 19.6% | 31.6% | 12.0% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 45.7% | -14.2% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 14.1% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 8.6% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 40.9% | 41.2% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 39.3% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 15.3% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.8% | 21.2% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 15.1% | 3.0% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 15.8% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.4% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 16.1% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 19% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 8% | 4.5% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 98% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 79.6% 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 | 88.9% | 79.6% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 17.6% | 9.5% | 6.1% | 11.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 79.6% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 6.2% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68% | 76.7% | -8.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 4.5% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Romania | 4% | 0.9% | 3.1% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Goat Willow Close was 51.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.3% higher than the Watton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Goat Willow Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Watton and the 139th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Goat Willow Close, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2021-09-30 | £284,398 |
| 2 Goat Willow Close, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2018-05-04 | £283,678 |
| 2 Goat Willow Close, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2017-05-24 | £272,861 |
| 1 Goat Willow Close, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £245,500 | 2016-10-14 | £328,561 |
| 3 Goat Willow Close, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2015-04-01 | £278,942 |
IP25 6FE 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 IP25 6FE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 124 |
| Retired | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School West Road , Watton IP25 6AU | 1out of 4 | 1,323 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watton Junior School Brandon Road , IP25 6AL | - not rated | 1,522 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parker's Church of England Primary Academy Pound Hill , Saham Toney IP25 7HP | - not rated | 3,337 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery Church Street , Carbrooke IP25 6SW | 3out of 4 | 3,342 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caston Church of England Primary Academy The Street , Caston NR17 1DD | - not rated | 3,908 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayland Academy Merton Road , Watton IP25 6BA | 2out of 4 | 1,016 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The T Bar | Norwich Road Unit 1, Industrial Estate | 523 yd | |
| BeeStro | 10C High Street | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Leaf Catering | Thetford Road Watton Masonic Centre, Watton | 954 yd | |
| The Willow House | Ye Olde Willow House, 2 High Street | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Thetford Road | 921 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.