West Tofts Road is in Lynford, Thetford and in Breckland district. IP26 5DY is located in the Forest electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Tofts Road, Lynford, Thetford, IP26 5DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP26 5DY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 39.7% | 50.4% | 10.7% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 60.3% | 49.6% | -10.7% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 5DY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.3% 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 | 44.3% | 21.3% | -23.0% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.7% | 59.3% | 21.6% | 44.2% | 15.1% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 12% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 7.4% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 48% | 37.6% | -10.4% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 39.2% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 17.6% | 6.4% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 18% | 11.9% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 13.8% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 17.4% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.3% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 13.8% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 31.2% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 8.4% | 3.7% | -4.7% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.2% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 85.5% 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 | 88.8% | 85.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 8.1% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.5% | 0.8% | -3.7% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 85.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 13.7% | 13.1% | 9.8% | 3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 0% | -6.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Tofts Road was 126.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 203.9% higher than the Ashill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Tofts Road has the highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Ashill and the 46th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bramble Cottage West Tofts Road, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2024-07-25 | £616,560 |
| Bramble Cottage West Tofts Road, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2020-10-28 | £549,460 |
| Jardim West Tofts Road, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2018-10-11 | £365,919 |
| Jardim West Tofts Road, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2009-03-02 | £363,067 |
| Bramble Cottage West Tofts Road, Thetford, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,007 | 1998-06-30 | £359,057 |
IP26 5DY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
IP26 5DY 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 IP26 5DY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 37 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 57 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mundford Church of England Primary Academy St Leonard's Street , Mundford IP26 5ED | 3out of 4 | 2,489 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.