Old Mill Road is in Poringland, Norwich and in South Norfolk district. NR14 7JW is located in the Poringland, Framinghams & Trowse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Mill Road, Poringland, Norwich, NR14 7JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR14 7JR, NR14 7QY, NR14 7JS, NR14 7JL, NR14 7JH, NR14 7JP, NR14 7JJ, NR14 7JQ, NR14 7JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR14 7JW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 51.6% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48.4% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 NR14 7JW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% 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 | 22.4% | 30.5% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 52.4% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 8.6% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 6.4% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 42.3% | 50.7% | 8.4% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 33.6% | -7.6% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 13% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| 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 | 22.9% | 13.2% | -9.7% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 9.6% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 12.9% | -9.1% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.1% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 21.3% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 35.3% | 17.7% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 6.1% | 1.5% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.1% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 98.9% | 95% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 94.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Mill Road was 72.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 367.5% higher than the Brooke average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Mill Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Brooke and the 69th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 195.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Old Mill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-10-21 | £418,896 |
| 12 Old Mill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-03-01 | £382,804 |
| 2 Old Mill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2020-12-21 | £318,483 |
| 12 Old Mill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2016-06-17 | £432,160 |
| 12 Old Mill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2012-06-01 | £345,064 |
NR14 7JW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 165 |
| Retired | 123 |
| Part-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poringland Primary School The Footpath , Poringland NR14 7RF | 3out of 4 | 1,033 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Holy Cross Primary School Long Lane , Stoke Holy Cross NR14 8LY | 3out of 4 | 2,844 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alpington and Bergh Apton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Wheel Road , Alpington NR14 7NH | 4out of 4 | 3,523 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trowse Primary School Pepperpot Drive , NR14 8TU | 4out of 4 | 4,623 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School High Green , Brooke NR15 1HP | 3out of 4 | 4,818 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Framingham Earl High School Norwich Road , Framingham Earl NR14 7QP | 3out of 4 | 610 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University Technical College Norfolk Old Hall Road , NR4 6FF | 3out of 4 | 5,140 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botany And Beans | 16A The Street, Poringland | 181 yd | |
| East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) | The Nook, Pigot Lane | 277 yd | |
| Poringland Community Centre Community Cafe | Community Centre, Overtons Way | 692 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railway Tavern | 2 Norwich Road, Framingham Earl | 311 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | 44 The Street, Poringland | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish Inn | 44A The Street, Poringland | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens Of Poringland | Budgens Supermarket Store, Overtons Way | 692 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Framingham Earl High School Sports Centre NORWICH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 683 yd |
| The Welcome Home And Memorial Playing Field MEMORIAL PLAYING FIELD MEMORIAL PLAYING FIELD THE FOOTPATH | grass pitches | 814 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 | 93.3% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.