High Starling is in Banham, Norwich and in Breckland district. NR16 2BP is located in the The Buckenhams & Banham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Starling, Banham, Norwich, NR16 2BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR16 2BP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 47.7% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 52.5% | 52.3% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 NR16 2BP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 24.9% | 28.6% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59% | 56.5% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.6% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 5% | 4.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 50% | 42.8% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 36.6% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 13% | 16.9% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 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 | 25.3% | 16.4% | -8.9% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 14.9% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 12.3% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 19.3% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 28.6% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 5% | 3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.8% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 96.6% | 97.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 76.7% | 0.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Starling was 23.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.7% lower than the All Saints & Wayland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Starling has the 18th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in All Saints & Wayland and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pear Tree Cottage High Starling, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-06-30 | £222,674 |
| 1 Pear Tree Cottage High Starling, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-01-05 | £125,157 |
| Fen Farm High Starling, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £423,000 | 2006-06-30 | £755,852 |
| The Bungalow High Starling, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £73,000 | 1998-07-31 | £345,957 |
NR16 2BP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
NR16 2BP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenninghall Primary School School Close , Kenninghall NR16 2EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,089 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Banham Primary School Crown Street , Banham NR16 2EX | 4out of 4 | 2,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery Abbey Road , Old Buckenham NR17 1RH | 3out of 4 | 5,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham The Street , North Lopham IP22 2LR | 3out of 4 | 5,363 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Harling Primary School and Nursery Gallants Lane , East Harling NR16 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 5,438 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Buckenham High School Abbey Road , Old Buckenham NR17 1RL | 3out of 4 | 5,231 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Park School Andrews Furlong , Mill Road NR16 2HU | - not rated | 2,810 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora White House School Quidenham Road , NR16 2NZ | - not rated | 3,163 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Eccles School Quidenham , Norwich NR16 2NZ | - not rated | 3,164 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Green School Attleborough Road , NR17 1RF | 3out of 4 | 5,370 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop Londis | Grove House Kenninghall Road | 1,063 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.