Bertram Way is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR1 1ED is located in the Thorpe Hamlet electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bertram Way, Norwich, NR1 1ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR1 1XG, NR1 2BU, NR1 2FF, NR1 1WS, NR1 2TF, NR1 1TB, NR1 2FG, NR1 2TL, NR1 1HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR1 1ED is primarily male, with 54.9% of the population 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 | 41.1% | 45.1% | 4.0% | 51.0% | -5.9% |
| Male | 58.9% | 54.9% | -4.0% | 49.0% | 5.9% |
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 NR1 1ED, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.1% 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 | 61.9% | 60.1% | -1.8% | 37.9% | 22.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.6% | 24.6% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -19.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 9.8% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 48.8% | -2.3% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 37.6% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 10.2% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 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.
In the area around NR1 1ED this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 54.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.5% | 9.8% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 3.8% | -10.5% | 9.6% | -5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.9% | 8.7% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 16.9% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.4% | 54.6% | -0.8% | 33.8% | 20.8% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 13.9% | 20% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 16.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 72.2% | 64.4% | -7.8% | 81.4% | -17.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 55.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.7% | 55.6% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -27.6% |
| European Union | 11.1% | 11.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 17.2% | 25.4% | 8.2% | 5.6% | 19.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61.1% | 55.6% | -5.5% | 83.2% | -27.6% |
| 10+ Years | 19.4% | 9.8% | -9.6% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.1% | 4.9% | -1.2% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.8% | 16.6% | 8.8% | 2.2% | 14.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 13.2% | 7.6% | 1.9% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.5% | 76.7% | -25.2% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Middle East | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 18.4% | 1.2% | 17.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 28.3% | 46.2% | -17.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 16.1% | 1.7% | 14.4% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bertram Way was 2843.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 2561.8% higher than the Lakenham average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Bertram Way has the highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Lakenham and the highest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 284.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.4%.

Households in this area have a similar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Bertram Way, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £152,500 | 2013-04-25 | £231,721 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 4,647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Darwin Primary School 81 Rose Lane , NR1 1DJ | 4out of 4 | 625 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Free School Norwich Kings House , 15-17 Surrey Street NR1 3NX | 3out of 4 | 788 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakenham Primary School City Road , NR1 2HL | 3out of 4 | 907 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionwood Infant and Nursery School Telegraph Lane East , NR1 4AN | 4out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bignold Primary School and Nursery Wessex Street , NR2 2SY | 3out of 4 | 1,328 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 601 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hewett Academy, Norwich Cecil Road , NR1 2PL | 3out of 4 | 1,635 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy Eaton Road , NR4 6PP | 3out of 4 | 2,550 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 2,947 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School The Old Fire Station , 30 Bethel Street NR2 1NR | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education Ipswich Road , NR2 2LJ | - not rated | 1,490 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich Steiner School Hospital Lane , NR1 2HW | - not rated | 845 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich School 71A The Close , NR1 4DD | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich University of the Arts Francis House , 3 - 7 Redwell Street NR2 4SN | - not rated | 1,097 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Town Close House Preparatory School 14 Ipswich Road , Norwich NR2 2LR | - not rated | 1,665 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wherry School 280 Hall Road , NR1 2GB | - not rated | 1,718 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | 8B Albion Way, Norwich | 58 yd | |
| Greggs | 2B Albion Way, Norwich | 58 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 2B Albion Way, Norwich | 58 yd | |
| Norwich City Football Club - Corporate Catering | Norwich City Football Club, Carrow Road | 148 yd | |
| Delia's Restaurant | Norwich City Football Club, Carrow Road | 148 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Of Iceni | Unit 6, Wherry Road | 326 yd | |
| The Waterfront | 139 - 141 King Street, Norwich | 344 yd | |
| TGI Fridays | Unit 5A, Wherry Road | 362 yd | |
| Berstreet Gates | 174 Ber Street, Norwich | 461 yd | |
| Rose Inn | 233 Queens Road, Norwich | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich City Football Club - Public Catering | Norwich City Football Club, Carrow Road | 148 yd | |
| USA Chicken And Pizza | 216 Queens Road, Norwich | 491 yd | |
| Abellio Greater Anglia | Norwich Railway Station, Station Approach | 521 yd | |
| Subway | Norwich Railway Station, Station Approach | 521 yd | |
| USA Peri Peri | 213 Queens Road, Norwich | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrison's Petrol Station | 1 Albion Way, Norwich | 58 yd | |
| Morrison's Supermarket | 1 Albion Way, Norwich | 58 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | Unit 4, Norwich Railway Station | 493 yd | |
| One Stop Stores | 101 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 701 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Petrol Station | 149 - 155 Queens Road, Norwich | 785 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Leisure Centre (Norwich) WHERRY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 92 yd |
| Norwich City Fc (Carrow Road) CARROW ROAD | grass pitches | 196 yd |
| Wensum Sports Centre WENSUM LODGE WENSUM LODGE KING STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 271 yd |
| Norwich City Community Sports Foundation Carrow Road | artificial grass pitch | 436 yd |
| 24/7 Fitness (Norwich) UNIT 4B UNIT 4B WHERRY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 486 yd |
| Nelson Leisure Club (Closed) Prince of Wales Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 639 yd |
| Notre Dame High School SURREY STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 721 yd |
| Lakenham Sports & Leisure Centre (Closed) Cricket Ground Road | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts | 789 yd |
| Lakenham Primary School CITY ROAD | grass pitches | 917 yd |
| Pure Gym (Norwich Castle Mall) CASTLE MALL | health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.