Ellingham Road is in Attleborough and in Breckland district. NR17 1AE is located in the Attleborough Queens & Besthorpe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ellingham Road, Attleborough, NR17 1AE 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. However, the area surrounding NR17 1AE is primarily male, with 53.5% of the population 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% | 46.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 52.5% | 53.5% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
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 | 33.1% | 33.6% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 50% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 8.2% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 6.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 48.6% | 42.6% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 33.1% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 17.2% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 5.9% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
In the area around NR17 1AE this area, 31.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.2% | 31.7% | 5.5% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 11% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 7.6% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 9.7% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.5% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 22.1% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 8.3% | 3.4% | -4.9% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 99.4% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 95.6% | 94.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 93.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 25% | 13.5% | 11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ellingham Road was 16.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.5% lower than the Attleborough Burgh & Haverscroft average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ellingham Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Attleborough Burgh & Haverscroft and the 83rd lowest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayland Hospital Ellingham Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £20,750,000 | 2015-09-01 | £27,301,113 |
| Highcroft Ellingham Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2014-10-30 | £639,783 |
| Highcroft Ellingham Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2005-02-28 | £611,966 |
| The Chestnuts Ellingham Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2002-08-13 | £616,404 |
| Arcadia Ellingham Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £131,750 | 1997-12-03 | £656,075 |
NR17 1AE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% 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.
NR17 1AE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Other | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Ellingham Primary School Hingham Road , Great Ellingham NR17 1HX | 3out of 4 | 1,817 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosecroft Primary School London Road , NR17 1BE | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Attleborough Primary School Besthorpe Road , NR17 2NA | 3out of 4 | 2,543 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rocklands Community Primary School 74 The Street , Rockland All Saints NR17 1TP | 3out of 4 | 4,223 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley Church of England Primary School Deopham Road , Morley St Botolph NR18 9TS | 3out of 4 | 5,414 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attleborough Academy 9 Norwich Road , NR17 2AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,281 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellingham Hospital | Ellingham Road Wayland Hospital, Attleborough | 108 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 | 11.1% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 88.9% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.