Plovers Way is in Hockwold, Thetford and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. IP26 4LF is located in the Feltwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Plovers Way, Hockwold, Thetford, IP26 4LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP26 4LD, IP26 4LL, IP26 4LE, IP26 4LQ, IP26 4LH, IP26 4JB, IP26 4JG, IP26 4JE, IP26 4LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP26 4LF 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 | 54.4% | 48.8% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 45.6% | 51.3% | 5.7% | 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 vicinity of IP26 4LF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19% | 26.4% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 51.1% | -10.4% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 4.6% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 10.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 43.7% | 43.4% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 38.1% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 15.3% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 25.8% | 18.3% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 14% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.9% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 11.2% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 15.5% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 26.6% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 11.5% | 2.5% | -9.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 96.1% | 93.1% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 81.4% 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 | 87.4% | 81.4% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 8.4% | 17% | 8.6% | 1.3% | 15.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.1% | 80.9% | -6.2% | 83.2% | -2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 5.9% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 6.9% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 14.1% | 0.3% | 13.8% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plovers Way was 6.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.4% lower than the Feltwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Plovers Way has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Feltwell and the 17th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Plovers Way, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-12-16 | £243,352 |
| 26 Plovers Way, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-10-28 | £369,282 |
| 14 Plovers Way, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2019-07-01 | £289,987 |
| 18 Plovers Way, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2018-07-16 | £242,469 |
| 4 Plovers Way, Thetford, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-03-23 | £196,165 |
IP26 4LF 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edmund de Moundeford VC Primary School, Feltwell The Beck , Feltwell IP26 4DB | 3out of 4 | 3,165 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breckland School Crown Street , IP27 0PE | 3out of 4 | 5,464 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hockwold Village Club | 72 Main Street, Hockwold Cum Wilton | 366 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 114 Main Street, Hockwold cum Wilton | 835 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hockwold Cricket Club MAIN STREET | grass pitches | 434 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.63 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.