Caston Road is in Caston, Attleborough and in Breckland district. NR17 1BW is located in the All Saints & Wayland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Caston Road, Caston, Attleborough, NR17 1BW 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 NR17 1BW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 50.3% | 49.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.6% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 NR17 1BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.1% 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 | 21.1% | 21.4% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 62.1% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 17.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 4.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 50.1% | 52.1% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 32.9% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 10.8% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 18.4% | 15.2% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 10.6% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.7% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 16% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 33.9% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.1% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 93.9% | 95.4% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 95% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caston Road was 20.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.2% lower than the All Saints & Wayland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Caston Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in All Saints & Wayland and the 116th lowest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Barn Caston Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £855,000 | 2025-02-24 | £863,212 |
| 2 Hall Farm Cottage Caston Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-12-04 | £379,852 |
| Courtyard Barn Caston Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £870,000 | 2022-11-15 | £862,091 |
| Manor Barn Caston Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £1,235,000 | 2020-12-18 | £1,450,940 |
| Courtyard Barn Caston Road, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £697,500 | 2018-11-21 | £863,949 |
NR17 1BW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% 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.
NR17 1BW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR17 1BW 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 | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Self-Employed | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Education | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caston Church of England Primary Academy The Street , Caston NR17 1DD | - not rated | 2,088 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rocklands Community Primary School 74 The Street , Rockland All Saints NR17 1TP | 3out of 4 | 2,404 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thompson Primary School School Road , Thompson IP24 1PY | 3out of 4 | 5,178 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Ellingham Primary School Hingham Road , Great Ellingham NR17 1HX | 3out of 4 | 5,201 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Hockham Primary School and Nursery Watton Road , Great Hockham IP24 1PB | 3out of 4 | 5,225 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.