Butler Gardens is in Wymondham and in South Norfolk district. NR18 0GE is located in the North Wymondham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2018-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Butler Gardens, Wymondham, NR18 0GE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR18 0GN, NR18 0GG, NR18 0GH, NR18 0FU, NR18 0GL, NR18 0XD, NR18 0GB, NR18 0GF, NR18 0WQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR18 0GE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 51.4% | 49.7% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.6% | 50.3% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NR18 0GE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.2% | 47.7% | 21.5% | 37.9% | 9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 40.2% | -19.6% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 5.6% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 5.6% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.9%) 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 | 61% | 53.6% | -7.4% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 33.3% | 5.2% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 8.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 NR18 0GE this area, 4.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.7% | 4.5% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 6.4% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 20% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 24.5% | 11.4% | 16.9% | 7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.3% | 40% | 0.7% | 33.8% | 6.2% |
| Other | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.6% | 88.7% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 3.5% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 93.6% | 94.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 0.6% | -3.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 95.2% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.1% | 37.2% | 25.9% |
| Christian | 32.1% | 46.2% | -14.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Butler Gardens was 56.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.3% lower than the Central Wymondham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Butler Gardens has the 25th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Central Wymondham and the 104th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Butler Gardens, Wymondham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2023-07-03 | £234,129 |
| Plots 489-507 Butler Gardens, Wymondham, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £545,888 | 2018-08-24 | £602,979 |
| 1 Butler Gardens, Wymondham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £292,995 | 2018-07-16 | £366,894 |
| 5 Butler Gardens, Wymondham, Norfolk Detached, a newly built property | £265,995 | 2018-06-29 | £334,781 |
| 2 Butler Gardens, Wymondham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £191,995 | 2018-06-29 | £247,799 |
NR18 0GE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
NR18 0GE 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 | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashleigh Primary School and Nursery, Wymondham Sheffield Road , NR18 0HL | 4out of 4 | 1,312 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Kett Primary School Hewitts Lane , NR18 0LS | 2out of 4 | 1,977 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Browick Road Primary and Nursery School Browick Road , NR18 0QW | 4out of 4 | 2,608 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hethersett VC Primary School 22 Queen's Road , Hethersett NR9 3DB | 3out of 4 | 3,631 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hethersett, Woodside Primary & Nursery School Coachmaker Way , Hethersett NR9 3GN | 4out of 4 | 4,529 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wymondham High Academy Folly Road , NR18 0QT | 3out of 4 | 2,100 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hethersett Academy Queen's Road , Hethersett NR9 3DB | 4out of 4 | 3,649 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hugo's | Long Barn, Elm Farm | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose Supermarket, Norwich Road | 988 yd | |
| Lidl | 1A - 1B Farrier Close, Wymondham | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barnard Fields (Wymondham Rugby Club) SWATMAN GROVE | grass pitches | 303 yd |
| The Foster Harrison Memorial Ground TUTTLES LANE EAST | grass pitches | 842 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% |
| Median download speed | 67.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.