Carlyle Road is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR1 3AB 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 Carlyle Road, Norwich, NR1 3AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR1 3AS, NR1 3BS, NR1 3AT, NR1 3AZ, NR1 3AU, NR1 3BA, NR1 3BW, NR1 3BP, NR1 2HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR1 3AB is primarily male, with 53.3% 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 | 50.6% | 46.7% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 49.4% | 53.3% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NR1 3AB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.8% 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 | 47.2% | 54.8% | 7.6% | 37.9% | 16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.6% | 23.8% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -20.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 18.2% | 13.3% | -4.9% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 50.6% | 44.5% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 38.3% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 12.3% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 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.
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 47.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 11.5% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 9.6% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 8.7% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 17.3% | 1.9% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.5% | 47.6% | 12.1% | 33.8% | 13.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 89.9% | 88.9% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
In this area, 77.8% 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% | 77.8% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| European Union | 7.7% | 14.7% | 7.0% | 6.1% | 8.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87% | 76.4% | -10.6% | 83.2% | -6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 6.1% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 7.4% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 4.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.6% | 76.7% | -8.1% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 4.4% | 0.5% | 3.9% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.5% | 37.2% | 24.3% |
| Christian | 29.2% | 46.2% | -17.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 4% | 1.7% | 2.3% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carlyle Road was 20.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.8% lower than the Lakenham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Carlyle Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Lakenham and the 55th lowest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Carlyle Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-06-06 | £286,430 |
| 37 Carlyle Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-11-17 | £300,921 |
| 35 Carlyle Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-11-10 | £240,737 |
| 11 Carlyle Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,100 | 2023-08-25 | £188,563 |
| 19 Carlyle Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2023-02-28 | £189,869 |
NR1 3AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| 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 | 4,477 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakenham Primary School City Road , NR1 2HL | 3out of 4 | 281 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Free School Norwich Kings House , 15-17 Surrey Street NR1 3NX | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bignold Primary School and Nursery Wessex Street , NR2 2SY | 3out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery Duckett Close , NR1 2LR | 3out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charles Darwin Primary School 81 Rose Lane , NR1 1DJ | 4out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Free schools | 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 | 549 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hewett Academy, Norwich Cecil Road , NR1 2PL | 3out of 4 | 939 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 1,776 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy Eaton Road , NR4 6PP | 3out of 4 | 1,903 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University Technical College Norfolk Old Hall Road , NR4 6FF | 3out of 4 | 2,765 yd | University technical college | 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 | 921 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 | 1,345 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 163 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wherry School 280 Hall Road , NR1 2GB | - not rated | 1,011 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Town Close House Preparatory School 14 Ipswich Road , Norwich NR2 2LR | - not rated | 1,118 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harford Manor School, Norwich 43 Ipswich Road , NR2 2LN | 4out of 4 | 1,297 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich University of the Arts Francis House , 3 - 7 Redwell Street NR2 4SN | - not rated | 1,470 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Up | 118 Hall Road, Norwich | 240 yd | |
| Zainab's Cafe | 65 - 65A Hall Road, Norwich | 241 yd | |
| Xpress Stores | 219 Queens Road, Norwich | 321 yd | |
| Luso Brazilian Taste | 215 - 217 Queens Road, Norwich | 322 yd | |
| Roti | 19 Finkelgate, Norwich | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkwrights Social Club | Hobart Square, Norwich | 248 yd | |
| Rose Inn | 233 Queens Road, Norwich | 322 yd | |
| The Freemasons Arms | 27 Hall Road, Norwich | 348 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | Kings Arms, 22 Hall Road | 348 yd | |
| Berstreet Gates | 174 Ber Street, Norwich | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Amigos | 120 Hall Road, Norwich | 240 yd | |
| USA Peri Peri | 213 Queens Road, Norwich | 322 yd | |
| Mumbai Kitchen | 229 Queens Road, Norwich | 322 yd | |
| Golden Fish Bar | 6 - 6A Hall Road, Norwich | 348 yd | |
| The Dragon Chinese Take Away | 12 Hall Road, Norwich | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Foodstore | 110 Hall Road, Norwich | 240 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Petrol Station | 149 - 155 Queens Road, Norwich | 548 yd | |
| Morrison's Petrol Station | 1 Albion Way, Norwich | 715 yd | |
| Morrison's Supermarket | 1 Albion Way, Norwich | 715 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 79 Grove Road, Norwich | 764 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lakenham Primary School CITY ROAD | grass pitches | 227 yd |
| Lakenham Recreation Ground CITY ROAD | tennis courts | 273 yd |
| Lakenham Sports & Leisure Centre (Closed) Cricket Ground Road | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts | 312 yd |
| Riverside Leisure Centre (Norwich) WHERRY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 634 yd |
| Notre Dame High School SURREY STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 653 yd |
| Wensum Sports Centre WENSUM LODGE WENSUM LODGE KING STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 721 yd |
| Norwich City Fc (Carrow Road) CARROW ROAD | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Norwich City Community Sports Foundation Carrow Road | artificial grass pitch | 933 yd |
| The Hewett Academy CECIL ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 963 yd |
| City College Norwich IPSWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,052 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.