Ipswich Road is in Long Stratton, Norwich and in South Norfolk district. NR15 2TA is located in the Stratton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ipswich Road, Long Stratton, Norwich, NR15 2TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR15 2RL, NR15 2TE, NR15 2RW, NR15 2XW, NR15 2TU, NR15 2TQ, NR15 2TD, NR15 2TR, NR15 2TX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR15 2TA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 50.1% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 52% | 49.9% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 31.9% | 26.1% | -5.8% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 46.4% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 12.3% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 10.5% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 48.5% | 43% | -5.5% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 40.1% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 13.4% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 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 | 23.9% | 19.6% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 10.9% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 15.6% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 10.5% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 17.1% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 23.6% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.4% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.6% | 97.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 97.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ipswich Road was 61.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.7% higher than the Bressingham & Burston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ipswich Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Bressingham & Burston and the 96th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church House Ipswich Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-03-10 | £275,000 |
| St. Faith Ipswich Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-08-25 | £318,342 |
| St. Faith Ipswich Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-08-24 | £318,342 |
| The White House Ipswich Road, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-07-25 | £527,924 |
| The White House Ipswich Road, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-07-21 | £185,986 |
NR15 2TA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NR15 2TA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Field Infant and Nursery School Manor Road , Long Stratton NR15 2XR | 3out of 4 | 386 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Junior School Swan Lane , Long Stratton NR15 2UY | 3out of 4 | 810 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forncett St Peter Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Aslacton Road , Forncett St Peter NR16 1LT | 4out of 4 | 3,439 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 | 4,052 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aslacton Primary School Church Road , Aslacton NR15 2JH | 3out of 4 | 4,199 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 | 657 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Stratton Congregational Church | Congregational Church, Ipswich Road | 272 yd | |
| Cup Of Hope | Long Stratton Town Council Pavilion, Manor Road | 558 yd | |
| Long Stratton Leisure Centre | Leisure Centre, Swan Lane | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton Steakhouse | Netherton House, The Street | 566 yd | |
| The Queens Head | Queens Head, The Street | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Spice Indian Takeaway | Unit 3 Ice House Precinct, Flowerpot Lane | 195 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | Unit 4, Ice House Precinct | 201 yd | |
| Chicken Planet | Kestrel House, The Street | 442 yd | |
| Do Do Chinese Takeaway | Do-do Chinese Takeaway, The Street | 608 yd | |
| The Chip Inn | The Street, Long Stratton | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co-operative Society | Cooperative Solar Supermarket, The Street | 442 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manor Road Playing Field LONG STRATTON BOWLS CLUB LONG STRATTON BOWLS CLUB MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 541 yd |
| Long Stratton High School MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 747 yd |
| Long Stratton Leisure Centre SWAN LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 894 yd |
| St Mary'S Church Of England Junior School SWAN LANE | grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 3.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 3.6% |
| 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 | 58.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.