Church Close is in Shipdham, Thetford and in Breckland district. IP25 7LX is located in the Shipdham-with-Scarning electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Close, Shipdham, Thetford, IP25 7LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP25 7FD, IP25 7JX, IP25 7FE, IP25 7JY, IP25 7LU, IP25 7LT, IP25 7HX, IP25 7QA, IP25 7QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP25 7LX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.8% | 54.3% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 43.2% | 45.7% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 | 18.1% | 29.6% | 11.5% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 39.5% | -9.0% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 17.2% | 19.6% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 10.5% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 8.2% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 33.9% | 33.1% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -15.3% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 40.1% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 17.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 11% | 7.3% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 IP25 7LX this area, 32.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.6% | 32.4% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 12.8% | 5.0% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 12.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.8% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 17.9% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.8% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 95.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63% | 76.7% | -13.7% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 34.3% | 13.5% | 20.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Close was 55.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.7% higher than the Ashill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Ashill and the 124th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottage Church Close, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2023-06-09 | £241,971 |
| The Coach House Church Close, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2019-11-29 | £236,424 |
| Shrub House Church Close, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £347,000 | 2016-10-27 | £464,402 |
| Spinky Den Church Close, Thetford, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2014-10-02 | £270,880 |
| Barnsdown Church Close, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2008-08-29 | £322,200 |
IP25 7LX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP25 7LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary Academy Pound Green , Shipdham IP25 7LF | 2out of 4 | 939 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Dog | The Golden Dog Public House High Street | 313 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shipdham P.O. & Central Stores | Post Office Chapel Street | 271 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bullock Park (Shipdham Rangers Fc) MILL ROAD ESTATE | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Thomas Bullock Primary School POUND GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 809 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 68.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 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.