Fortress Road is in Carbrooke, Thetford and in Breckland district. IP25 6FP is located in the Saham Toney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2009-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fortress Road, Carbrooke, Thetford, IP25 6FP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP25 6FN, IP25 6FH, IP25 6FQ, IP25 6UG, IP25 6GQ, IP25 6NY, IP25 6GR, IP25 6NU, IP25 6JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP25 6FP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 48.7% | 48.7% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 51.3% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 IP25 6FP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.4% 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 | 38.7% | 52.4% | 13.7% | 37.9% | 14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 32.7% | -14.0% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Separated | 5.7% | 4.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 9.9% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
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 | 55.7% | 47.5% | -8.2% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 36.5% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 11.3% | 3.4% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 13.7% | 17.7% | 4.0% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 24.1% | 13.3% | -10.8% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 15.6% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.8% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 21.4% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 19% | -1.8% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 7.5% | 5.1% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.3% | 94.5% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
In this area, 82% 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 | 90% | 82% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| European Union | 5% | 14.9% | 9.9% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 82% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.8% | 9.6% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 4.1% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.3% | 76.7% | -20.4% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Poland | 7.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 26.7% | 13.5% | 13.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.6% | 37.2% | 18.4% |
| Christian | 35.5% | 46.2% | -10.7% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fortress Road was 52.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.9% higher than the All Saints & Wayland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fortress Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in All Saints & Wayland and the 133rd highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Fortress Road, Thetford, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £957,500 | 2024-02-08 | £966,697 |
| 86 Fortress Road, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2023-10-20 | £279,096 |
| 64 Fortress Road, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2023-06-27 | £258,137 |
| 84 Fortress Road, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-02-27 | £268,235 |
| 70 Fortress Road, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £244,500 | 2022-10-28 | £248,242 |
| Full-Time Employee | 136 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery Church Street , Carbrooke IP25 6SW | 3out of 4 | 2,343 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School West Road , Watton IP25 6AU | 1out of 4 | 2,591 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watton Junior School Brandon Road , IP25 6AL | - not rated | 2,767 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caston Church of England Primary Academy The Street , Caston NR17 1DD | - not rated | 3,112 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parker's Church of England Primary Academy Pound Hill , Saham Toney IP25 7HP | - not rated | 4,390 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 | 2,288 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 Wonder Wood | Norwich Road Unit 1 - Hillier House, Watton | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominos Pizza | 2 Vulcan Place | 380 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar & Subway | 4 Vulcan Place | 379 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Norwich Road | 429 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 | 77.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 185.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 30.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.