Oakwood Close is in Dereham and in Breckland district. NR19 2ST is located in the Dereham Neatherd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakwood Close, Dereham, NR19 2ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR19 2HF, NR19 2SS, NR19 2HE, NR19 2EY, NR19 2HG, NR19 2HD, NR19 2SP, NR19 2SR, NR19 2HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR19 2ST is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 NR19 2ST there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 21.3% | 27.5% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59% | 54.5% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.2% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 8.2% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 39.2% | 41.1% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 37.6% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 16.7% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 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.
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.6% | 23.3% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 9.5% | -11.0% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 12.9% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 13.4% | 11.3% | 5.3% | 8.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 18.5% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 21.1% | 11.5% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 7.5% | 1.3% | -6.2% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.9% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 94.2% | 93.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 3.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 93.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67% | 76.7% | -9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 30.6% | 13.5% | 17.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakwood Close was 49.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.1% lower than the Dereham Neatherd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakwood Close has the 23rd highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Dereham Neatherd and the 143rd highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 186.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oakwood Close, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2024-02-01 | £228,724 |
| 2 Oakwood Close, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-12-14 | £242,683 |
| 3 Oakwood Close, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2022-09-22 | £257,415 |
| 10 Oakwood Close, Dereham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-06-06 | £263,269 |
| 3 Oakwood Close, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2022-04-29 | £270,299 |
NR19 2ST 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 NR19 2ST area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Park Infant School, Dereham Kings Park , NR19 2AG | 3out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Infant & Nursery School St Withburga Lane , NR19 1ED | 3out of 4 | 1,507 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House Infant and Nursery School Gilpins Ride , Littlefields NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,045 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Junior Academy Gilpin's Ride , Littlefield's NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,301 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School Dereham Road , Scarning NR19 2PW | 3out of 4 | 2,414 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate High School Cemetery Road , NR19 2EU | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Neatherd High School Norwich Road , NR20 3AX | 3out of 4 | 1,923 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 | 3,368 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| G4S Facilities Management | Dereham Hospital Northgate | 358 yd | |
| Ball-Eze | Dereham Golf Club Quebec Road | 553 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dereham Pool & Fitness Centre (Closed) Quebec Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 355 yd |
| Northgate High School NORTHGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 550 yd |
| Dereham Golf Club QUEBEC ROAD | golf | 558 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 47.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.56 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.56 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.