Spa Lane is in Aylsham, Norwich and in Broadland district. NR11 6UE is located in the Aylsham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spa Lane, Aylsham, Norwich, NR11 6UE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR11 6UE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 51.6% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 51.7% | 48.4% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR11 6UE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.1% | 24.6% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 57.1% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 10.3% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 5.2% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 46.4% | 47.5% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 39.6% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 8.9% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.7% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 NR11 6UE this area, 9.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.3% | 9.1% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 10.9% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 17.9% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 17.3% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.2% | 38.6% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 4.8% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.2% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 97.8% | 97.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 55.8% | 46.2% | 9.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spa Lane was 16.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.4% lower than the Aylsham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Spa Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Aylsham and the 134th lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Farm House Spa Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2013-12-06 | £803,029 |
| Spa Farm House Spa Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2003-08-05 | £778,374 |
| Hollybush Cottage Spa Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2002-08-01 | £583,990 |
| Hollybush Cottage Spa Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2001-07-26 | £229,934 |
NR11 6UE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
NR11 6UE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 NR11 6UE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 104 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School Hungate Street , Aylsham NR11 6JZ | 4out of 4 | 940 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bure Valley School Hungate Street , Aylsham NR11 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 978 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England VA Primary and Nursery School School House Lane , Blickling Road NR11 6EX | 3out of 4 | 1,699 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsham Primary School High Street , Marsham NR10 5AE | 3out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hevingham Primary School New Road , Westgate NR10 5NH | 3out of 4 | 4,673 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aylsham High School Sir Williams Lane , Aylsham NR11 6AN | 3out of 4 | 2,003 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwings Enterprises Limited | Spa Farm House, Spa Lane | 227 yd | |
| The New Forge | The Forge, Norwich Road | 761 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bure Valley Junior School HUNGATE STREET | grass pitches | 966 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 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.