Pavilion Close is in Banham, Norwich and in Breckland district. NR16 2HZ 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 2006-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pavilion Close, Banham, Norwich, NR16 2HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR16 2HB, NR16 2HD, NR16 2EU, NR16 2EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR16 2HZ 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 | 51.6% | 50.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.8% | 1.4% | 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 NR16 2HZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% 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 | 26.8% | 25.5% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 52.5% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 9.8% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 7.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 40.1% | 43.3% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 36.1% | -7.2% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 15% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.9% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 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 | 21% | 17.5% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 12.6% | 3.3% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 16.5% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 16% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 29.6% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.2% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 95.7% 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% | 95.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 95.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pavilion Close was 51.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.5% higher than the All Saints & Wayland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pavilion Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in All Saints & Wayland and the 138th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamarind, 4 Pavilion Close, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2024-10-31 | £526,288 |
| 3 Pavilion Close, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2022-03-18 | £539,239 |
| 2 Pavilion Close, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2021-03-16 | £561,554 |
| 2 Pavilion Close, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2017-08-01 | £584,398 |
| 3 Pavilion Close, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2014-08-29 | £628,227 |
NR16 2HZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR16 2HZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banham Primary School Crown Street , Banham NR16 2EX | 4out of 4 | 538 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenninghall Primary School School Close , Kenninghall NR16 2EJ | 3out of 4 | 3,433 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery Abbey Road , Old Buckenham NR17 1RH | 3out of 4 | 4,486 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,423 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 | 1,298 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora White House School Quidenham Road , NR16 2NZ | - not rated | 4,491 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Eccles School Quidenham , Norwich NR16 2NZ | - not rated | 4,491 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Green School Attleborough Road , NR17 1RF | 3out of 4 | 4,590 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Be Well Barn | Wash Farm Barn, Wash Farm | 273 yd | |
| Trawlers Catch | The Appleyard Kenninghall Road | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banham Barrel | Kenninghall Road The Appleyard, Banham | 537 yd | |
| Goymour Properties - Applewood Hall | Banham Zoo Kenninghall Road | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop Londis | Grove House Kenninghall Road | 590 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Banham Community Centre KENNINGHALL ROAD | 218 yd | |
| Banham Community Primary School Crown Street | grass pitches | 398 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.