Beeching Close is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR1 2LF is located in the Lakenham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beeching Close, Norwich, NR1 2LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR1 2RS, NR1 2LE, NR1 2LP, NR1 2LQ, NR1 2RX, NR1 2RT, NR1 2LG, NR1 2LR, NR1 2RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR1 2LF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 53.3% | 49.9% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 46.7% | 50.1% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 2LF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.3% 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 | 39.3% | 45.3% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 38.6% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 7.5% | -6.0% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 40.7% | 47.9% | 7.2% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 33% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 16.1% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 1.9% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.8% | 25.8% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 15.9% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 12.3% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 19.4% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 16.7% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 93.1% | 90.1% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 8.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 82.3% 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 | 92.3% | 82.3% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 9.1% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 82.3% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 8.3% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 6.4% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 3.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.1% | 76.7% | -16.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beeching Close was 68.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.5% lower than the Lakenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beeching Close has the 16th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Lakenham and the 189th lowest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Beeching Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-12-15 | £214,461 |
| 4 Beeching Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-03-12 | £224,327 |
| 7 Beeching Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2017-04-21 | £209,676 |
| 18 Beeching Close, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2015-01-23 | £217,394 |
| 16 Beeching Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2012-04-23 | £258,933 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 4,718 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery Duckett Close , NR1 2LR | 3out of 4 | 216 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuckswood Academy and Nursery Tuckswood Centre , Tuckswood NR4 6BP | 2out of 4 | 691 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakenham Primary School City Road , NR1 2HL | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Free School Norwich Kings House , 15-17 Surrey Street NR1 3NX | 3out of 4 | 1,660 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bignold Primary School and Nursery Wessex Street , NR2 2SY | 3out of 4 | 1,784 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hewett Academy, Norwich Cecil Road , NR1 2PL | 3out of 4 | 529 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy Eaton Road , NR4 6PP | 3out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University Technical College Norfolk Old Hall Road , NR4 6FF | 3out of 4 | 1,706 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 2,713 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education Ipswich Road , NR2 2LJ | - not rated | 1,063 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School The Old Fire Station , 30 Bethel Street NR2 1NR | - not rated | 2,183 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wherry School 280 Hall Road , NR1 2GB | - not rated | 246 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Visiting Teacher Service Central Greenwood Centre , Allandale Road NR4 6BP | - not rated | 637 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harford Manor School, Norwich 43 Ipswich Road , NR2 2LN | 4out of 4 | 748 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich Steiner School Hospital Lane , NR1 2HW | - not rated | 920 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Town Close House Preparatory School 14 Ipswich Road , Norwich NR2 2LR | - not rated | 1,187 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 162 Barrett Road, Norwich | 149 yd | |
| Aldiss | Unit 2, Hall Road Retail Park | 170 yd | |
| Goals Soccer Centre | Hewett School, Hall Road | 364 yd | |
| The Wherry School | 280 Hall Road, Norwich | 364 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 4 - 5 The Lastings, Sandy Lane | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shoemakers | 1 The Lastings, Sandy Lane | 533 yd | |
| The Oak Tree (88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger) | 59 Ipswich Road, Norwich | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long John Hill Fish Bar | 61 Long John Hill, Norwich | 499 yd | |
| Pizza One And Sweet Tree | 5 St Johns Close, Norwich | 536 yd | |
| St. John's Fish And Chips | 3 St Johns Close, Norwich | 536 yd | |
| New Island | 60 Sandy Lane, Norwich | 576 yd | |
| Hope Coffee Cart | New Hope Christian Centre, 2 Martineau Lane | 596 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Unit 5, Hall Road Retail Park | 170 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Unit 4C, Hall Road Retail Park | 423 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 4B, Hall Road Retail Park | 423 yd | |
| Asda | 11 The Lastings, Sandy Lane | 699 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | 19 - 21 Friar Tuck Road, Norwich | 926 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edith Cavell Academy And Nursery DUCKETT CLOSE | grass pitches | 124 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Norwich) HALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 354 yd |
| The Gym (Norwich Hall Road) HALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 513 yd |
| The Hewett Academy CECIL ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 601 yd |
| Tch Dragons Den Hall Road | artificial grass pitch | 617 yd |
| Lakenham Recreation Ground CITY ROAD | tennis courts | 807 yd |
| Lakenham Primary School CITY ROAD | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Lakenham Sports & Leisure Centre (Closed) Cricket Ground Road | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts | 1,014 yd |
| Harford Park PETERKIN ROAD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,076 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 83.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 157.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.