The Common is in Freethorpe, Norwich and in Broadland district. NR13 3LX is located in the Marshes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Common, Freethorpe, Norwich, NR13 3LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR13 3SY, NR13 3NB, NR13 3LU, NR13 3SX, NR13 3NA, NR13 3JN, NR13 3XA, NR13 3XE, NR13 3XB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR13 3LX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 48.2% | 48.9% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 51.8% | 51.1% | -0.7% | 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 NR13 3LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 20.7% | 29.8% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 54.4% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 9.1% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 4.2% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49% | 48.7% | -0.3% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 35% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 13.2% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 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% | 11.9% | -12.4% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 10.8% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 18.9% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 12.2% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 6.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 17.8% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 24.8% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.4% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.5% | 98.6% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 98.6% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| 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 Common was 11.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.3% lower than the Acle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Common has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Acle and the 80th lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 The Common, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-04-25 | £175,000 |
| 65 The Common, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-01-27 | £193,520 |
| 66 The Common, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-09-08 | £268,503 |
| 69 The Common, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2020-06-19 | £206,214 |
| 75 The Common, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2020-02-04 | £263,391 |
NR13 3LX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freethorpe Community Primary and Nursery School The Green , Freethorpe NR13 3NZ | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantley Primary School School Lane , Cantley NR13 3SA | 3out of 4 | 2,928 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reedham Primary School School Hill , Reedham NR13 3TJ | 3out of 4 | 3,879 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Freethorpe Sports Club SCHOOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 678 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 | 26.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.