Iris Walk is in Carbrooke, Thetford and in Breckland district. IP25 6NU is located in the Saham Toney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2010-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Iris Walk, Carbrooke, Thetford, IP25 6NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP25 6FW, IP25 6JY, IP25 6GP, IP25 6UQ, IP25 6FQ, IP25 6NY, IP25 6GR, IP25 6FN, IP25 6FP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP25 6NU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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% | 48.8% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48.4% | 51.2% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 6NU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.2% 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 | 42.2% | 51.2% | 9.0% | 37.9% | 13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 32.6% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -11.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 6.7% | 3.9% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 10.8% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
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 | 58.1% | 50.1% | -8.0% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 33.2% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 7.1% | 11.8% | 4.7% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25% | 23.3% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.2% | 15.2% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.9% | 19.1% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.6% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 15.9% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 17.4% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 7.2% | 3.4% | -3.8% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.4% | 92.8% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 80.4% 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 | 92.9% | 80.4% | -12.5% | 83.2% | -2.8% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 16.2% | 10.6% | 6.1% | 10.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 80.4% | -12.1% | 83.2% | -2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 11.8% | 8.7% | 9.8% | 2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 5.4% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 49.1% | 76.7% | -27.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Lithuania | 3.9% | 0.3% | 3.6% |
| Poland | 7.9% | 1.3% | 6.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 31.6% | 13.5% | 18.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Iris Walk was 75.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.1% higher than the All Saints & Wayland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Iris Walk has the 6th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in All Saints & Wayland and the 85th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Iris Walk, Thetford, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-02-01 | £204,315 |
| 4 Iris Walk, Thetford, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-12-15 | £220,735 |
| 5 Iris Walk, Thetford, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-12-04 | £210,224 |
| 2 Iris Walk, Thetford, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2021-11-25 | £97,365 |
| 7 Iris Walk, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £81,500 | 2019-03-29 | £103,434 |
| Full-Time Employee | 179 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Looking after home or family | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Unemployed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Other | 16 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| 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 | 2,440 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery Church Street , Carbrooke IP25 6SW | 3out of 4 | 2,578 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watton Junior School Brandon Road , IP25 6AL | - not rated | 2,631 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caston Church of England Primary Academy The Street , Caston NR17 1DD | - not rated | 3,065 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thompson Primary School School Road , Thompson IP24 1PY | 3out of 4 | 4,265 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,115 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 | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominos Pizza | 2 Vulcan Place | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar & Subway | 4 Vulcan Place | 578 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Norwich Road | 624 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.