Eaton Gardens is in Dereham and in Breckland district. NR19 1QA is located in the Dereham Withburga electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Eaton Gardens, Dereham, NR19 1QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR19 1QB, NR19 1PY, NR19 1PZ, NR19 1TY, NR19 1TL, NR19 1GH, NR19 1EQ, NR19 1GX, NR19 1WQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR19 1QA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50.4% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 51.5% | 49.6% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 24% | 39.8% | 15.8% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 27.4% | -25.0% | 44.2% | -16.8% |
| Separated | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 22.4% | 11.8% | 9.1% | 13.3% |
| Widowed | 12% | 8.5% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 35.9% | 32.6% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -15.8% |
| Good health | 29% | 44.3% | 15.3% | 33.6% | 10.7% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 17% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 11.1% | 4.9% | -6.2% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 NR19 1QA this area, 32.5% 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 12%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.7% | 32.5% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 14.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 17% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 13.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 12% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -21.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.4% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95% | 96.6% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 95.8% | 96.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 95.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50% | 76.7% | -26.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 45.5% | 13.5% | 32.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eaton Gardens was 81.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.9% lower than the Dereham Neatherd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eaton Gardens has the 17th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Dereham Neatherd and the 78th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Eaton Gardens, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-08-13 | £204,158 |
| 6 Eaton Gardens, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2024-03-27 | £229,697 |
| 4 Eaton Gardens, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-08-25 | £260,320 |
| 8 Eaton Gardens, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2019-03-06 | £236,059 |
| 4 Eaton Gardens, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2016-10-21 | £263,980 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dereham Church of England Junior Academy Gilpin's Ride , Littlefield's NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 411 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House Infant and Nursery School Gilpins Ride , Littlefields NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 516 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School 38 Westfield Road , NR19 1JB | 2out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Toftwood Infant School School Lane , Toftwood NR19 1LS | 4out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Infant & Nursery School St Withburga Lane , NR19 1ED | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dereham Neatherd High School Norwich Road , NR20 3AX | 3out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate High School Cemetery Road , NR19 2EU | 3out of 4 | 1,959 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fred Nicholson School Westfield Road , Toftwood NR19 1JB | 3out of 4 | 844 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Fishes Sunday | Toftwood Hall, 47 Shipdham Road | 556 yd | |
| Daisy's Cafe | Day Centre Rashs Green | 692 yd | |
| Iron Horse | Unit 7 Astra Court, Greens Road | 738 yd | |
| Costa | Kingston Road Tesco Stores Ltd, Dereham | 907 yd | |
| Sweetleaf Cafe | 31 High Street | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greenstone | Napier Way, Dereham | 722 yd | |
| Millwrights Arms | Millwright Arms, 67 Shipdham Road | 878 yd | |
| Toftwood Social Centre | Toftwood Social Club Shipdham Road | 990 yd | |
| The Bull Inn | The Bull Inn, 25 High Street | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Tavern and Fish & Chip Shop | 21 Yaxham Road | 548 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 65 Shipdham Road | 820 yd | |
| The China Dynasty | 1 Stone Road, Dereham | 977 yd | |
| Mr Tang | 29 High Street, Dereham | 1,034 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | 28A High Street | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Toftwood Convenience Stores | Toftwood Stores, 2 Shipdham Road | 367 yd | |
| Poundstretcher Ltd | 4 Yaxham Road | 609 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Napier Way | 722 yd | |
| Lidl Limited | Lidl Kingston Road | 823 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd Kingston Road | 907 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dereham Rfc PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS MOORGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 300 yd |
| Dereham Church Of England Junior Academy GILPINS RIDE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 546 yd |
| Bowlers (Dereham) Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Commercial Road | indoor bowls | 760 yd |
| Dereham Leisure Centre STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 761 yd |
| Fred Nicholson School WESTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 764 yd |
| Toftwood Community Junior School WESTFIELD ROAD | 932 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 | 34.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.