Morse Road is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR1 4PN is located in the Crome electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Morse Road, Norwich, NR1 4PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR7 0AG, NR1 4PP, NR1 4PL, NR7 0AQ, NR1 4PZ, NR1 4JZ, NR7 0DG, NR1 4JY, NR1 4PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR1 4PN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 52.1% | 48.4% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 47.9% | 51.6% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 31.5% | 36.2% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 46.6% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 9.7% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.6% | 46.3% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 36.4% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 12.3% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.4% | 20.1% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 14.7% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 14.4% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.1% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 27.1% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 6.3% | 3% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.4% | 93% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
In this area, 91.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 91.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 5% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 91.4% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 1.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Morse Road was 196.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.1% higher than the Crome average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Morse Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Crome and the 75th highest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 Morse Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2024-06-28 | £122,525 |
| 67 Morse Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-02-29 | £195,648 |
| 67 Morse Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-03-01 | £169,458 |
| 89 Morse Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2018-08-23 | £175,384 |
| 98 Morse Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £148,500 | 2016-02-19 | £205,092 |
NR1 4PN 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lionwood Junior School Wolfe Road , NR1 4HT | 3out of 4 | 651 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heartsease Primary Academy Rider Haggard Road , NR7 9UE | 4out of 4 | 716 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St William's Primary School Williams Loke , Thorpe St Andrew NR7 0AJ | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionwood Infant and Nursery School Telegraph Lane East , NR1 4AN | 4out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mousehold Infant & Nursery School Mousehold Avenue , NR3 4RS | 4out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Open Academy Salhouse Road , NR7 9DL | 2out of 4 | 1,109 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprowston Community Academy Cannerby Lane , Sprowston NR7 8NE | 2out of 4 | 1,972 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form Laundry Lane , Thorpe St Andrew NR7 0XS | 4out of 4 | 2,239 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 2,394 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 2,457 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 | 2,734 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 | 3,564 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 | 1,977 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich University of the Arts Francis House , 3 - 7 Redwell Street NR2 4SN | - not rated | 2,207 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich Steiner School Hospital Lane , NR1 2HW | - not rated | 2,963 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 3,539 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon - Norwich 76 Earlham Road , NR2 3DF | - not rated | 3,701 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 193 | 193A Plumstead Road, Norwich | 222 yd | |
| Subway | Petrol Filling Station, Plumstead Road | 301 yd | |
| Local Discharge Unit (LDU) | H M Prison, Knox Road | 726 yd | |
| HMP - Reception Kitchen | H M Prison, Knox Road | 726 yd | |
| Time Coffee Shop | 37 Plumstead Road, Norwich | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Arts Bowls Club | Plumstead Road East, Thorpe St Andrew | 692 yd | |
| Gordon Public House | 88 Gordon Avenue, Thorpe St Andrew | 805 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Indian Takeaway | 100 Harvey Lane, Norwich | 147 yd | |
| Hartlands Fish Bar | 94 Harvey Lane, Norwich | 147 yd | |
| Hotspot | 94A Harvey Lane, Norwich | 147 yd | |
| New Golden House | 193B Plumstead Road, Norwich | 222 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Basement And Ground Floor, 207 Plumstead Road | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 174 - 178 Plumstead Road, Norwich | 187 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 197 Plumstead Road, Norwich | 225 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | 21 Witard Road, Norwich | 1,029 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| County Arts Indoor Bowls Club PLUMSTEAD ROAD EAST | indoor bowls | 433 yd |
| Woodrow Pilling Park PILLING PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 434 yd |
| Hmp Norwich KNOX ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 776 yd |
| Pinebanks Sports And Leisure (Closed) Yarmouth Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 795 yd |
| St Williams Primary School ST. WILLIAMS WAY | grass pitches | 803 yd |
| Langley Preparatory School (Closed) Yarmouth Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 876 yd |
| Heartsease Primary Academy RIDER HAGGARD ROAD | grass pitches | 888 yd |
| Soul Church NORWICH FAMILY LIFE CHURCH NORWICH FAMILY LIFE CHURCH HEARTSEASE LANE | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| Britannia Barracks BRITANNIA HOUSE BRITANNIA HOUSE BRITANNIA ROAD | grass pitches | 999 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 | 187 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.