Old Street is in Newton Flotman, Norwich and in South Norfolk district. NR15 1PD is located in the Newton Flotman 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 Street, Newton Flotman, Norwich, NR15 1PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR15 1RE, NR15 1PA, NR15 1PE, NR15 1RB, NR15 1QY, NR15 1RD, NR15 1PG, NR15 1TX, NR15 1PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR15 1PD 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 | 53.5% | 51.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.5% | 48.4% | 1.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.2% | 35.5% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 41.4% | -7.1% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 16.6% | 14.1% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 50.3% | 43.1% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 34.3% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 17% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.7% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 23% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 12.9% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 17.6% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 19.1% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 19.9% | -3.3% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 100% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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% | 95.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 95.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 26.7% | 13.5% | 13.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Street was 68.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 212.8% higher than the Hempnall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Hempnall and the 76th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 90.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge End Old Street, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-09-19 | £221,630 |
| The Gables Old Street, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-08-01 | £364,463 |
| The Old Bakery Old Street, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2022-11-28 | £356,423 |
| River Cottage Old Street, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £416,500 | 2022-11-24 | £418,169 |
| Olde Cottage Old Street, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £357,000 | 2022-07-25 | £376,938 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Flotman Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Newton Flotman NR15 1PR | - not rated | 433 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Henry Preston Road , Tasburgh NR15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 2,524 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saxlingham Nethergate CofE VC Primary School Church Hill , Saxlingham Nethergate NR15 1TD | 3out of 4 | 2,547 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mulbarton Primary School The Common , Mulbarton NR14 8JG | 3out of 4 | 3,311 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hapton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School The Street , Hapton NR15 1AD | 3out of 4 | 4,273 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Café | Newton Flotman Village Hall, Grove Way | 631 yd | |
| Duke Of Delhi | Ipswich Road, Saxlingham Thorpe | 649 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Flotman Village Centre And Alan King Playing Fields NEWTON FLOTMAN VILLAGE HALL NEWTON FLOTMAN VILLAGE HALL GROVE WAY | grass pitches | 630 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 | 33.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.61 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.