Knudsen Close is in Hempnall, Norwich and in South Norfolk district. NR15 2LX is located in the Hempnall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Knudsen Close, Hempnall, Norwich, NR15 2LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR15 2LY, NR15 2LZ, NR15 2LU, NR15 2ND, NR15 2NA, NR15 2NF, NR15 2NB, NR15 2LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR15 2LX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.9% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.1% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 NR15 2LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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 | 21.3% | 19.9% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 59% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 8.8% | 4.6% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 8% | 11.6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 44.4% | 36.6% | -7.8% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 41.7% | 40.8% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 15.4% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 5.5% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 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 | 22.4% | 22% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 7.6% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 16% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 6.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 20.4% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 24.8% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 100% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.6% | 96.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 57% | 46.2% | 10.8% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knudsen Close was 24.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.3% higher than the Hempnall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Knudsen Close has the 26th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Hempnall and the 176th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 192.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Knudsen Close, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2023-03-10 | £223,614 |
| 6 Knudsen Close, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-06-17 | £200,400 |
| 10 Knudsen Close, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2019-10-25 | £231,558 |
| 3 Knudsen Close, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,500 | 2015-10-23 | £281,982 |
| 11 Knudsen Close, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2015-04-01 | £204,147 |
NR15 2LX 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 NR15 2LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hempnall Primary School The Street , Hempnall NR15 2AD | 3out of 4 | 501 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saxlingham Nethergate CofE VC Primary School Church Hill , Saxlingham Nethergate NR15 1TD | 3out of 4 | 2,417 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Henry Preston Road , Tasburgh NR15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 3,664 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Flotman Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Newton Flotman NR15 1PR | - not rated | 4,791 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Junior School Swan Lane , Long Stratton NR15 2UY | 3out of 4 | 5,139 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Stratton High School Manor Road , Long Stratton NR15 2XR | 3out of 4 | 5,168 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hempnall Primary School THE STREET | grass pitches | 383 yd |
| Playing Field Hempnall BUNGAY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 883 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 | 29.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.68 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.