Norwich Road is in Hoveton, Norwich and in North Norfolk district. NR12 8DA is located in the Hoveton & Tunstead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norwich Road, Hoveton, Norwich, NR12 8DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR12 8AJ, NR12 8UP, NR12 8RU, NR12 8UD, NR12 8QG, NR12 8UR, NR12 8UE, NR12 8DG, NR12 8RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR12 8DA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 53.1% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 48.4% | 46.9% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 8DA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.7% 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 | 13.3% | 19.8% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.1% | 56.7% | -10.4% | 44.2% | 12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 11.2% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 9.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 30% | 41.7% | 11.7% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 35.1% | -5.3% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 20.8% | 19.1% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 3.5% | -4.1% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 24.2% | 18.7% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 14.6% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 12.3% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 8.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 16% | 8.9% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 25.4% | -3.8% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96% | 93.8% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 94% | 93.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 93.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.5% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.7% | 37.2% | -7.5% |
| Christian | 64.1% | 46.2% | 17.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norwich Road was 87.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 156.0% higher than the Hickling average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norwich Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Hickling and the 47th highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadland Fish Stores Norwich Road, Norwich, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2018-10-04 | £190,672 |
| The Bridge Norwich Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2010-03-01 | £362,543 |
NR12 8DA 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 NR12 8DA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 139 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Community Primary School and Nursery Horning Road , Hoveton NR12 8NX | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coltishall Primary School St John's Close , Coltishall NR12 7HA | 4out of 4 | 3,911 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstead Primary School Market Street , Tunstead NR12 8AH | 3out of 4 | 4,306 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salhouse CofE Primary School Cheyney Avenue , NR13 6RJ | 3out of 4 | 4,374 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Neatishead Church of England Primary School School Road , Neatishead NR12 8XN | 4out of 4 | 4,643 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 768 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Slice Of The Broads | Deckside Cafe, Norwich Road | 3 yd | |
| The Old Mill Restaurant & Cafe Bar | The Old Mill Restaurant And Cafe, Norwich Road | 4 yd | |
| Number 14 Ltd | Norwich Road, Hoveton | 12 yd | |
| Kebab Hut | Norwich Road, Hoveton | 12 yd | |
| The Bridge | The Bridge Restaurant, Norwich Road | 33 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Head Hotel | Station Road, Hoveton | 213 yd | |
| Norfolk Broads Yacht Club | The Avenue, Wroxham | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh Crumbs | Oh Crumbs Sandwich Bar, Norwich Road | 2 yd | |
| Kens Traditional Fish & Chips | Kens Fish And Chips, Norwich Road | 12 yd | |
| Royal | Royal Pizza And Kebab, Norwich Road | 12 yd | |
| The Golden Fish | Golden Fish, Norwich Road | 12 yd | |
| Royal Kebab | Norwich Road, Hoveton | 12 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Broad Centre Supermarket | Nisa Stores, Riverside Centre | 61 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns Community Primary School Horning Road | grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Broadland High School TUNSTEAD ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 712 yd |
| Hoveton Village Hall STALHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 793 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 | 95.7% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.