Telegraph Lane East is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR1 4AR 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 Telegraph Lane East, Norwich, NR1 4AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR1 4AS, NR1 4AU, NR1 4HZ, NR1 4JJ, NR1 4AT, NR1 4JA, NR1 4JP, NR1 4QJ, NR1 4AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR1 4AR has a slightly higher male population, with 53% 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 | 51.8% | 47% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 48.2% | 53% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 4AR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.5% 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 | 43.3% | 47.5% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 36.6% | 2.6% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 2% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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 (90.1%) 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 | 41.3% | 53.8% | 12.5% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 41.3% | 36.3% | -5.0% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 7.6% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.4% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 4AR this area, 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 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.5% | 8% | -8.5% | 18.2% | -10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 6.5% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 11.1% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 18.1% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 48.7% | 15.7% | 33.8% | 14.9% |
| Other | 7.7% | 4% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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 | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 4.4% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 91.3% | 90.4% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 83.3% 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 | 85.3% | 83.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 0.1% |
| European Union | 8.3% | 8.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 82.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | -0.6% |
| 10+ Years | 6% | 7.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 6.3% | 4.0% | 2.2% | 4.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.5% | 37.2% | 27.3% |
| Christian | 27.1% | 46.2% | -19.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Telegraph Lane East was 189.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.5% higher than the Crome average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Telegraph Lane East has the 8th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Crome and the 81st highest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Telegraph Lane East, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-05-29 | £240,146 |
| 65 Telegraph Lane East, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2023-12-20 | £212,505 |
| 63 Telegraph Lane East, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-05-03 | £274,784 |
| 57 Telegraph Lane East, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-08-26 | £266,632 |
| 63 Telegraph Lane East, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-04-06 | £274,474 |
NR1 4AR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
NR1 4AR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 5,033 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lionwood Junior School Wolfe Road , NR1 4HT | 3out of 4 | 399 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionwood Infant and Nursery School Telegraph Lane East , NR1 4AN | 4out of 4 | 509 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charles Darwin Primary School 81 Rose Lane , NR1 1DJ | 4out of 4 | 788 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mousehold Infant & Nursery School Mousehold Avenue , NR3 4RS | 4out of 4 | 1,292 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George White Junior School Silver Road , NR3 4RG | 3out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,515 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Open Academy Salhouse Road , NR7 9DL | 2out of 4 | 1,901 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 2,278 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprowston Community Academy Cannerby Lane , Sprowston NR7 8NE | 2out of 4 | 2,662 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 | 1,742 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 | 2,521 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 | 1,020 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich University of the Arts Francis House , 3 - 7 Redwell Street NR2 4SN | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich Steiner School Hospital Lane , NR1 2HW | - not rated | 1,975 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Town Close House Preparatory School 14 Ipswich Road , Norwich NR2 2LR | - not rated | 2,669 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 2,694 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Coffee Shop | 37 Plumstead Road, Norwich | 473 yd | |
| Tiffin Sandwich Bar | 102 Thorpe Road, Norwich | 524 yd | |
| The Norwich Hotel | 116 Thorpe Road, Norwich | 541 yd | |
| Namaste India | 2 Stracey Road, Norwich | 596 yd | |
| Gem Of Norwich | 2 - 6 Thorpe Road, Norwich | 674 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| William IV Public House | 33 Quebec Road, Norwich | 96 yd | |
| Jubilee Public House | The Jubilee, 26 St Leonards Road | 317 yd | |
| Canary Social Club | 104 Thorpe Road, Norwich | 497 yd | |
| Lollards Pit Public House | 69 - 71 Riverside Road, Norwich | 509 yd | |
| Coach & Horses | Coach And Horses, 82 Thorpe Road | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massingham's Fish And Chip Shop | 53 St Leonards Road, Norwich | 241 yd | |
| Shanghai Court | 53 St Leonards Road, Norwich | 241 yd | |
| The Chippery Co | 99 Quebec Road, Norwich | 272 yd | |
| Indian Flavours | 98 Thorpe Road, Norwich | 524 yd | |
| Happy View | 69A Ketts Hill, Norwich | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Foodstore | Unit 4, Norwich Railway Station | 773 yd | |
| One Stop Stores | 101 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 862 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 45 - 49 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich | 1,009 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodrow Pilling Park PILLING PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Norwich) BARRACK STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 816 yd |
| Nelson Leisure Club (Closed) Prince of Wales Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 829 yd |
| Hmp Norwich KNOX ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 899 yd |
| 24/7 Fitness (Norwich) UNIT 4B UNIT 4B WHERRY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 902 yd |
| Britannia Barracks BRITANNIA HOUSE BRITANNIA HOUSE BRITANNIA ROAD | grass pitches | 922 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 | 129.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 226.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.