Warrens Lane is in Attleborough and in Breckland district. NR17 1YL is located in the Attleborough Queens & Besthorpe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Warrens Lane, Attleborough, NR17 1YL 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 1YL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 49.1% | 48.7% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 50.9% | 51.3% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 28.9% | 40.1% | 11.2% | 37.9% | 2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 42.1% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 2.8% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 10.7% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.3% | 49.6% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 39.3% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 8% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 16% | 11.9% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 10.7% | -9.5% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 17.3% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7.9% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 23.9% | 13.3% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 26.9% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 5.7% | 1.5% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 94.6% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 92.9% | 91% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 6.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 91% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 5.8% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.9% | 37.2% | 12.7% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Warrens Lane was 44.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.2% lower than the Attleborough Burgh & Haverscroft average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Warrens Lane has the 16th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Attleborough Burgh & Haverscroft and the 171st highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Warrens Lane, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, a newly built property | £463,500 | 2022-11-25 | £459,286 |
| 2 Warrens Lane, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, a newly built property | £555,000 | 2022-11-25 | £549,955 |
| 13 Warrens Lane, Attleborough, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-03-29 | £481,332 |
| 11 Warrens Lane, Attleborough, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2020-09-18 | £311,312 |
| 1 Warrens Lane, Attleborough, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2017-11-16 | £249,701 |
NR17 1YL 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 | 188 |
| Part-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attleborough Primary School Besthorpe Road , NR17 2NA | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosecroft Primary School London Road , NR17 1BE | 3out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Ellingham Primary School Hingham Road , Great Ellingham NR17 1HX | 3out of 4 | 2,840 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wymondham College Prep School Golf Links Road , Morley NR18 9SZ | - not rated | 4,648 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley Church of England Primary School Deopham Road , Morley St Botolph NR18 9TS | 3out of 4 | 4,835 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 | 1,129 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wymondham College Golf Links Road , Morley NR18 9SZ | 4out of 4 | 4,648 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Green School Attleborough Road , NR17 1RF | 3out of 4 | 5,352 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shapla Tandoori | Queens Square Shapla Tandoori, Attleborough | 876 yd | |
| A&M 5star turkish restaurant | Bush House Queens Square | 884 yd | |
| The Hideout | The Hideout Queens Square | 905 yd | |
| Amoghasiddhi Centre | Queens Square Cyprus House, Attleborough | 935 yd | |
| Bailey's | Queens Square, Attleborough | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attleborough Snooker Centre | Attleborough Snooker Centre, A London Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tom's Fish Bar | Toms Fish Bar, 4 Queens Road | 837 yd | |
| Adems Fried Chicken | 2B Exchange Street | 973 yd | |
| Attleborough Kebab House | Attleborough Kebab House, 23A Exchange Street | 986 yd | |
| Jade Garden | Jade Garden, 23 Exchange Street | 988 yd | |
| Ming's Chinese Takeaway | Mings Take Away High Street | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Limited | Lidl Uk Gmbh Queens Road | 837 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Plc High Street | 1,001 yd | |
| Quick Stop Grocery & Newsagent | Quick Stop Newsagent Church Street | 1,011 yd | |
| Subway | Londis High Street | 1,034 yd | |
| One Stop | Londis High Street | 1,034 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Attleborough Academy ATTLEBOROUGH SPORTS HALL ATTLEBOROUGH SPORTS HALL QUEENS SQUARE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 892 yd |
| Attleborough Sports Hall EASTLAND CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 1,019 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.