Grand Close is in Scarning, Dereham and in Breckland district. NR19 2SZ is located in the Shipdham-with-Scarning electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grand Close, Scarning, Dereham, NR19 2SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR19 2TW, NR19 2TP, NR19 2TG, NR19 2TQ, NR19 2TT, NR19 2TH, NR19 2TF, NR19 2TD, NR19 2TR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR19 2SZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.6% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.4% | 0.8% | 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 | 20.7% | 30% | 9.3% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 48.3% | -12.6% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 13.9% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 5% | 4.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 52.7% | 51.1% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 32.9% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 12.9% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 19.9% | 11% | -8.9% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 12.3% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 15.4% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.3% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 24.2% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 7.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 27.7% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 97.4% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 97.2% | 92.4% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 92.4% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grand Close was 43.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.3% higher than the Launditch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grand Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Launditch and the 177th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Grand Close, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-11-12 | £374,343 |
| 8 Grand Close, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2016-05-27 | £358,388 |
| 6 Grand Close, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £252,250 | 2016-05-06 | £354,523 |
| 7 Grand Close, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2014-12-10 | £326,482 |
| 2 Grand Close, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2014-11-04 | £334,823 |
NR19 2SZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 135 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dereham Church of England Infant & Nursery School St Withburga Lane , NR19 1ED | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Junior Academy Gilpin's Ride , Littlefield's NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 728 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House Infant and Nursery School Gilpins Ride , Littlefields NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School Dereham Road , Scarning NR19 2PW | 3out of 4 | 865 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Park Infant School, Dereham Kings Park , NR19 2AG | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,432 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Neatherd High School Norwich Road , NR20 3AX | 3out of 4 | 1,943 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 | 1,936 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dereham Meeting Point | St Withburga Lane Jubilee Suite, The Guildhall, Dereham | 562 yd | |
| York Place Residents Kitchen | Becclesgate York Place, Dereham | 669 yd | |
| Arnie's | 7 Quebec Street | 680 yd | |
| Mariners Plaice | 3 Quebec Street, Dereham | 695 yd | |
| Sweetleaf Cafe | 31 High Street | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull Inn | The Bull Inn, 25 High Street | 725 yd | |
| The Metro | Plough And Furrow Quebec Street | 728 yd | |
| Gemini Public House | The Gemini Sandy Lane | 744 yd | |
| DCs Bar | 14-16 Market Place | 782 yd | |
| Dereham Masonic Club | Norwich Street, Dereham | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 52 Swaffham Road | 589 yd | |
| Asian Grill kebab & Pizza | 5 Quebec Street | 701 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | 28A High Street | 705 yd | |
| Kings Burger Bar | 12 Church Street | 708 yd | |
| Hong Kong city | 13-15 Quebec Street | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilko Retail Ltd | 40 High Street | 670 yd | |
| European | 15 - 17 High Street | 745 yd | |
| East of England Co-operative Society Ltd | Swaffham Road, Dereham | 749 yd | |
| Holland & Barrett | 9 Wrights Walk | 789 yd | |
| Poundland Limited | 39 Market Place | 805 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dereham Church Of England Junior Academy GILPINS RIDE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Bowlers (Dereham) Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Commercial Road | indoor bowls | 875 yd |
| Dereham Rfc PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS MOORGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 974 yd |
| Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School DEREHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 993 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 | 110 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.