Meadow Drive is in Mundesley, Norwich and in North Norfolk district. NR11 8LL is located in the Mundesley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Drive, Mundesley, Norwich, NR11 8LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR11 8LR, NR11 8LP, NR11 8LW, NR11 8LN, NR11 8BX, NR11 8BL, NR11 8BW, NR11 8JQ, NR11 8BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR11 8LL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 51.3% | -4.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 44.2% | 48.7% | 4.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR11 8LL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 19.2% | 19.4% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 56.1% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.4% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 12.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.6% | 34% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 36.1% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 20.4% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 7.3% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 17.2% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 11.1% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 15% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 8.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 12.8% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.2% | 30.6% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 4.4% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| White | 99% | 98.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 95.9% | 93.2% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 93.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 64.6% | 46.2% | 18.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Drive was 117.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 102.7% higher than the Bacton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Drive has the 3rd highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Bacton and the 27th highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% 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 Meadow Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2016-10-14 | £478,996 |
| 5 Meadow Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2013-11-28 | £408,857 |
| 6A Meadow Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2012-01-26 | £334,563 |
| 4 Meadow Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2006-06-22 | £448,834 |
| 3 Meadow Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2004-06-24 | £507,845 |
NR11 8LL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 8LL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mundesley Infant School Trunch Road , Mundesley NR11 8LE | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mundesley Junior School Trunch Road , Mundesley NR11 8LE | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacton Primary School Walcott Road , Bacton NR12 0EY | 3out of 4 | 4,822 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Porthole | 3 Station Road, Mundesley | 345 yd | |
| Beach Hut Cafe | 6-8 Beach Road, Mundesley | 444 yd | |
| No 17 | 17 Beach Road, Mundesley | 444 yd | |
| Warm Hub | 19 Cromer Road, Mundesley | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship Inn | 21 Beach Road, Mundesley | 295 yd | |
| Haig Social Club | 10 Cromer Road, Mundesley | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Chippy | 5 Beach Road, Mundesley | 444 yd | |
| New Sage | 12 Cromer Road, Mundesley | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Stores | 2 High Street, Mundesley | 417 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tesco Stores Ltd, 25 Cromer Road | 1,056 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Park GOLD PARK GOLD PARK HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 332 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.42 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.42 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.