Birchfield Lane is in Mulbarton, Norwich and in South Norfolk district. NR14 8BZ is located in the Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birchfield Lane, Mulbarton, Norwich, NR14 8BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR14 8BP, NR14 8BY, NR14 8BX, NR14 8BU, NR14 8AA, NR14 8JE, NR14 8BS, NR14 8JF, NR14 8BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR14 8BZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.2% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.8% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 8BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 14.2% | 13.4% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -24.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.6% | 60.4% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.9% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 15.3% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 9.2% |
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 | 33% | 38.9% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 42.2% | 35.6% | -6.6% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 20.8% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 4.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 29.7% | 25.2% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 8.9% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 13.4% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 10.9% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 11.9% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 26.2% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.5% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 99.5% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.8% | 94.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 94.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29% | 37.2% | -8.2% |
| Christian | 66.8% | 46.2% | 20.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birchfield Lane was 4.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.0% lower than the Hempnall average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Birchfield Lane has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Hempnall and the 14th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in South 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 fallen by about -42.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Birchfield Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2025-05-20 | £477,568 |
| 14 Birchfield Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £348,500 | 2023-12-15 | £366,296 |
| 27 Birchfield Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £326,000 | 2023-08-18 | £340,526 |
| 41 Birchfield Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-06-14 | £312,000 |
| 39 Birchfield Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2022-03-31 | £515,247 |
NR14 8BZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR14 8BZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mulbarton Primary School The Common , Mulbarton NR14 8JG | 3out of 4 | 346 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Flotman Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Newton Flotman NR15 1PR | - not rated | 3,133 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wreningham VC Primary School Ashwellthorpe Road , Wreningham NR16 1AW | 4out of 4 | 4,243 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hapton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School The Street , Hapton NR15 1AD | 3out of 4 | 4,637 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Henry Preston Road , Tasburgh NR15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 5,246 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scout Hut | Scout And Guide Headquarters, The Common | 467 yd | |
| Worlds End Public House | Worlds End, Norwich Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Lotus | Unit 2, The Common | 467 yd | |
| Tom's Fish Bar Mulbarton | The Common, Mulbarton | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | Central England Co-operative, Cuckoofield Lane | 355 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mulbarton Common THE COMMON | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Mulberry Park THE COMMON | grass pitches | 666 yd |
| Mulbarton Cricket Club (Orchard Park) THE COMMON | grass pitches | 737 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 | 58.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 58.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 58.8% |
| 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 | 33.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.09 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.09 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.