The Hill is in Coltishall, Norwich and in Broadland district. NR12 7BN is located in the Coltishall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Hill, Coltishall, Norwich, NR12 7BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR12 7JB, NR12 7HU, NR12 7HZ, NR12 7JE, NR12 7HS, NR12 7HR, NR12 7HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR12 7BN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 46.8% | 49.1% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 53.2% | 50.9% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 NR12 7BN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.1% 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 | 26.1% | 19.3% | -6.8% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 62.1% | 6.8% | 44.2% | 17.9% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 13.1% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 48.4% | 56% | 7.6% | 48.4% | 7.6% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 28% | -11.2% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 11.9% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 4.2% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.3% | 16.4% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 8.2% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 9.6% | -11.5% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.2% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 22.6% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 34.2% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.7% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.5% | 96.4% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 95.7% | 94.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 94.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.1% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Hill was 5.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.4% lower than the Buxton average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
The Hill has the lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Buxton and the 21st lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Rose Barns The Hill, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2022-01-24 | £489,404 |
| 3 Rose Barns The Hill, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2018-06-11 | £396,069 |
| 2 Rose Barns The Hill, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2015-01-30 | £374,238 |
NR12 7BN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
NR12 7BN 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 NR12 7BN 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%.
| Retired | 47 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coltishall Primary School St John's Close , Coltishall NR12 7HA | - not rated | 563 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstead Primary School Market Street , Tunstead NR12 8AH | - not rated | 3,107 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Douglas Bader School, RAF Coltishall Filby Road , RAF Coltishall NR10 5JW | - not rated | 3,190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frettenham Primary School School Road , Frettenham NR12 7LL | 3out of 4 | 4,333 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Community Primary School and Nursery Horning Road , Hoveton NR12 8NX | - not rated | 4,767 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadland High Ormiston Academy Tunstead Road , Hoveton NR12 8QN | 3out of 4 | 4,400 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadland High School Tunstead Road , Hoveton NR12 8QN | - not rated | 4,400 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UET Pathfinder Academy Douglas Bader School , Filby Road NR10 5JW | 2out of 4 | 3,216 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Douglas Bader Centre Northern Area Pupil Referral Unit , NR10 5JW | - not rated | 3,219 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rudolf Steiner School Church Lane , Wroxham NR12 8SH | - not rated | 4,626 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humble Crust | 77 Church Street, Coltishall | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion Wet Sales Only | Red Lion, 77 Church Street | 956 yd | |
| Kings Head Coltishall | Kings Head Public House, 26 Wroxham Road | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zahra Caterers Limited T/A Ali Spice | 28 High Street, Coltishall | 969 yd | |
| The Royal Blossom | 18 High Street, Coltishall | 1,005 yd | |
| Landamores Fish & Chips | 4 High Street, Coltishall | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coltishall Playing Fields RECTORY ROAD | grass pitches | 437 yd |
| Coltishall Recreation Ground RECTORY ROAD | grass pitches | 654 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 | 27.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.61 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.