Recorder Road is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR1 1HX is located in the Thorpe Hamlet electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1986-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Recorder Road, Norwich, NR1 1HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR1 1NR, NR1 1BW, NR1 1BP, NR1 1LW, NR1 1NS, NR1 1JG, NR1 1DD, NR1 1NJ, NR1 1SN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR1 1HX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 64.1% | 51.8% | -12.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 35.9% | 48.2% | 12.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 19.2% | 27.4% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.3% | 28% | 1.7% | 44.2% | -16.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 21% | 10.2% | 9.1% | 11.9% |
| Widowed | 40.7% | 20.4% | -20.3% | 6.1% | 14.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (52.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 13.2% | 21.3% | 8.1% | 48.4% | -27.1% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 31.1% | -9.0% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 40.7% | 34.8% | -5.9% | 12.7% | 22.1% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 9.1% | 4.9% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 3.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 1HX this area, 28.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.7% | 28.7% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 7.6% | 1.0% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 10.2% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.2% | 9.6% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -7.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 30.6% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 7.2% | 7% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 4.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 93.9% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 89.8% | 89.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 89% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 4.9% | -1.7% | 1.9% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 3% | 0.2% | 2.8% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 61.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Recorder Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Lakenham average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 Cavendish Court Recorder Road, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2025-05-21 | £87,500 |
| 131 Cavendish Court Recorder Road, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-05-16 | £125,000 |
| 155 Cavendish Court Recorder Road, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-02-12 | £100,951 |
| 125 Cavendish Court Recorder Road, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-11-29 | £114,401 |
| 103 Cavendish Court Recorder Road, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-09-09 | £70,816 |
NR1 1HX 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 NR1 1HX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 78% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 123 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Employee | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Part-Time Employee | 1 |
| Self-Employed | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 4,333 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 | 176 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Free School Norwich Kings House , 15-17 Surrey Street NR1 3NX | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionwood Junior School Wolfe Road , NR1 4HT | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionwood Infant and Nursery School Telegraph Lane East , NR1 4AN | 4out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Magdalen Gates Primary School Bull Close Road , NR3 1NG | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 852 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 962 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 2,148 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hewett Academy, Norwich Cecil Road , NR1 2PL | 3out of 4 | 2,207 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Open Academy Salhouse Road , NR7 9DL | 2out of 4 | 2,437 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 996 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 | 1,884 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich School 71A The Close , NR1 4DD | - not rated | 322 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich University of the Arts Francis House , 3 - 7 Redwell Street NR2 4SN | - not rated | 529 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich Steiner School Hospital Lane , NR1 2HW | - not rated | 1,550 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 2,008 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Town Close House Preparatory School 14 Ipswich Road , Norwich NR2 2LR | - not rated | 2,008 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Departure Lounge | 99 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 148 yd | |
| Salls Lokma | 5 Eastbourne Place, Norwich | 174 yd | |
| Charles Darwin School - Set Your Sights After School Club | Ground Floor, Charles House | 176 yd | |
| Wok To Box | 76 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 177 yd | |
| The Feed | 80 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compleat Angler | 120 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 84 yd | |
| Popworld | 63 - 67 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 194 yd | |
| Lolake Qube Limited | Ground Floor, 81 Prince Of Wales Road | 194 yd | |
| Fetch | Ground Floor And Basement, 75 Prince Of Wales Road | 202 yd | |
| Lace | First Floor, 75 Prince Of Wales Road | 202 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piccolos | 74 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 169 yd | |
| Master Chef | 87 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 194 yd | |
| The Best Kebab And Pizza | 69 - 71 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 194 yd | |
| Norvic Pizza House | 77 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 195 yd | |
| Pizza Oro | Basement And Ground Floor, 10 Thorpe Road | 239 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop Stores | 101 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 148 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 45 - 49 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 265 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | Unit 4, Norwich Railway Station | 318 yd | |
| Morrison's Petrol Station | 1 Albion Way, Norwich | 757 yd | |
| Morrison's Supermarket | 1 Albion Way, Norwich | 757 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Leisure Club (Closed) Prince of Wales Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 174 yd |
| 24/7 Fitness (Norwich) UNIT 4B UNIT 4B WHERRY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 330 yd |
| Norwich School 69-71A 69-71A THE CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 530 yd |
| Wensum Sports Centre WENSUM LODGE WENSUM LODGE KING STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 670 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Norwich) BARRACK STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 692 yd |
| Pure Gym (Norwich Castle Mall) CASTLE MALL | health and fitness suite | 770 yd |
| The Gym (Norwich City) 6-8 6-8 LITTLE LONDON STREET | health and fitness suite | 806 yd |
| Thai Wellbeing (Closed) 19-25 19-25 Red Lion Street | health and fitness suite | 875 yd |
| Riverside Leisure Centre (Norwich) WHERRY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 891 yd |
| Norwich City Fc (Carrow Road) CARROW ROAD | grass pitches | 906 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.