NR11 8RU is in Sustead, Norwich and North Norfolk district. NR11 8RU is located in the Erpingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sustead, Norwich, NR11 8RU 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 area surrounding NR11 8RU has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 50.7% | 50% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 50% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR11 8RU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 19.9% | 23.7% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 60.1% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 6.9% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 6.9% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 (87.5%) 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 | 45.6% | 46.1% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 41.4% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 7.8% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 10.5% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 1% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 12.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 14% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 17.5% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 2.3% | -2.2% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 18.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 31.6% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 100% | 98.4% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 98.6% | 97.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 97.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.7% | 37.2% | 12.5% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around NR11 8RU was 10.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.4% lower than the Beeston Regis & The Runtons average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
NR11 8RU has the 4th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Beeston Regis & The Runtons and the 26th lowest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Chapel Cottages, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-03-15 | £351,670 |
| Old Hall Cottage, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2023-04-19 | £351,449 |
| Wendy Cottage, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £303,000 | 2022-10-06 | £299,640 |
| Crow Cottage, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2021-06-11 | £405,957 |
| Rose Cottage, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £437,500 | 2021-01-22 | £480,293 |
NR11 8RU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% 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.
NR11 8RU 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 8RU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gresham Village School Cromer Road , Gresham NR11 8RF | 3out of 4 | 2,229 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldborough Primary School Alby Hill , Aldborough NR11 7PH | 3out of 4 | 3,008 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's (Endowed) CofE VA Primary School Chapel Road , Roughton NR11 8AF | 3out of 4 | 3,705 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's School Aylmerton Hall , Holt Road NR11 8QA | - not rated | 4,449 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyll House 201 Holt Road , Cromer NR27 9JN | - not rated | 4,843 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 73.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 3.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 3.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 5.16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 5.16 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.16 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.