Overview of NR2 2BE

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Cambridge Street is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR2 2BE is located in the Town Close electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Cambridge Street, Norwich, NR2 2BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: NR2 2BH, NR2 2BD, NR2 2AP, NR2 2AU, NR2 2AR, NR2 2AT, NR2 2DW, NR2 2TG, NR2 2TE.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR2 2BE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female52.6%55%2.4% 51.0% 4.0%
Male47.4%45%-2.4% 49.0% -4.0%

Partnership Status

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 NR2 2BE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 73.3% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single70.1%73.3%3.2% 37.9% 35.4%
Married: Opposite sex15.5%13.9%-1.6% 44.2% -30.3%
Separated1.5%1.2%-0.3% 2.2% -1.0%
Divorced10.2%9.2%-1.0% 9.1% 0.1%
Widowed2.7%2.4%-0.3% 6.1% -3.7%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health60.3%55.5%-4.8% 48.4% 7.1%
Good health27.9%28.8%0.9% 33.6% -4.8%
Fair health9.8%11.4%1.6% 12.7% -1.3%
Bad health2.1%3.6%1.5% 4.0% -0.4%
Very bad health0%0.7%0.7% 1.2% -0.5%

Education and Qualifications

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 NR2 2BE this area, 3.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 54%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications6.1%3.2%-2.9% 18.2% -15.0%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 6.1%5.2%-0.9% 9.6% -4.4%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels7.6%8.7%1.1% 13.4% -4.7%
Apprenticeship0.8%2%1.2% 5.3% -3.3%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels30.3%26.6%-3.7% 16.9% 9.7%
Degree or Similar45.8%54%8.2% 33.8% 20.2%
Other3.4%0.4%-3.0% 2.8% -2.4%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0%0.7%0.7% 0.7% 0.0%
Indian2.1%1.8%-0.3% 3.1% -1.3%
Pakistani0.3%0%-0.3% 2.7% -2.7%
Other Asian0%1.8%1.8% 1.6% 0.2%
Black African1.7%0%-1.7% 2.5% -2.5%
Mixed White and Asian1.4%2.2%0.8% 0.8% 1.4%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.7%0%-0.7% 0.9% -0.9%
Mixed Other0.7%1.8%1.1% 0.8% 1.0%
White93%90%-3.0% 81.4% 8.6%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller0%0.7%0.7% 0.1% 0.6%
Other0%1.1%1.1% 1.6% -0.5%

Country of Birth

In this area, 86.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom86.8%86.3%-0.5% 83.2% 3.1%
European Union5.9%6.8%0.9% 6.1% 0.7%
Rest of Europe0.7%0.7%0.0% 0.8% -0.1%
Africa2.1%0%-2.1% 2.7% -2.7%
Middle East and Asia1.4%4.7%3.3% 5.6% -0.9%
The Americas and the Caribbean2.4%1.1%-1.3% 1.3% -0.2%
Oceania0.7%0.4%-0.3% 0.3% 0.1%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK86.8%86.3%-0.5% 83.2% 3.1%
10+ Years4.5%5.4%0.9% 9.8% -4.4%
5-10 Years2.1%1.4%-0.7% 2.9% -1.5%
2-5 Years3.1%4%0.9% 2.2% 1.8%
Less than 2 years3.5%2.9%-0.6% 1.9% 1.0%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom82.4% 76.7% 5.7%
Ireland2.9% 0.6% 2.3%
France0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Portugal0.4% 0.5% -0.1%
Lithuania1.1% 0.3% 0.8%
Poland1.4% 1.3% 0.1%
Other EU countries0.7% 1.5% -0.8%
Eastern Asia0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Southern Asia1.4% 1.2% 0.2%
South-East Asia1.1% 0.2% 0.9%
North America and the Caribbean0.7% 0.3% 0.4%
Oceania0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
No passport held6.8% 13.5% -6.7%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion54.7% 37.2% 17.5%
Christian31.3% 46.2% -14.9%
Buddhist1.8% 0.5% 1.3%
Hindu1.8% 1.7% 0.1%
Other religion2.2% 0.6% 1.6%
Not answered8.3% 6.0% 2.3%

Safety

Is Cambridge Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cambridge Street was 34.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.2% lower than the Eaton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Cambridge Street has the 29th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Eaton and the 93rd lowest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

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.

Average Household Income
£44,900
Income Rank
5/10

Household Income in NR2 2BE, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Cambridge Street are based on 201 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Norwich.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Cambridge Street, Norwich, NR2 2BE

Estimated Average Property Prices for NR2 2BE

Average Price
£285,573
Semi-Detached
£274,671
Terraced
£287,101
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
£268,953

Estimated Average Property Prices for Cambridge Street

Average Price
£315,844
Semi-Detached
£366,399
Terraced
£319,013
Detached
£496,419
Flats/Maisonettes
£133,678
Other
£272,087

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Cambridge Street

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
124 Cambridge Street, Norwich, Norfolk
Other, an established residential building
£277,5002023-11-03 £272,087
122 Cambridge Street, Norwich, Norfolk
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£277,5002023-11-03 £274,388
124 Cambridge Street, Norwich, Norfolk
Terraced, an established residential building
£255,0002023-07-20 £260,955
80 Cambridge Street, Norwich, Norfolk
Terraced, an established residential building
£350,0002021-06-29 £388,710
100 Cambridge Street, Norwich, Norfolk
Terraced, an established residential building
£280,0002020-12-11 £320,190
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for NR2 2BE

Employment

The percentage of student residents living in NR2 2BE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee114
Student (economically inactive)32
Part-Time Employee25
Retired25
Self-Employed19
Full-Time Student (with or without job)17
Unemployed12
Long-Term Sick or disabled5
Other3
Looking after home or family0

Employment Industry

Education35
Human health and social work activities22
Professional, scientific and technical activities17
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles15
Other13
Accommodation and food service activities12
Information and communication12
Manufacturing11
Financial and insurance activities10
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security4
Transport and storage3
Construction3
Real estate activities2
Administrative and support service activities2

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Earlham Nursery School
Cadge Road , NR5 8DB
4out of 4 3,031 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Bignold Primary School and Nursery
Wessex Street , NR2 2SY
3out of 4 469 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Avenue Junior School
Avenue Road , NR2 3HP
3out of 4 685 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
The Free School Norwich
Kings House , 15-17 Surrey Street NR1 3NX
3out of 4 988 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School
Recreation Road Infant School
Recreation Road , NR2 3PA
4out of 4 1,005 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School
Jessopp Road , NR2 3QB
3out of 4 1,173 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Notre Dame High School, Norwich
Surrey Street , NR1 3PB
4out of 4 1,167 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Hewett Academy, Norwich
Cecil Road , NR1 2PL
3out of 4 1,311 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy
Eaton Road , NR4 6PP
3out of 4 1,427 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Jane Austen College
46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD
3out of 4 1,440 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School
City Academy Norwich
299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP
2out of 4 2,491 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education
Ipswich Road , NR2 2LJ
- not rated 769 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School
The Old Fire Station , 30 Bethel Street NR2 1NR
- not rated 897 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Town Close House Preparatory School
14 Ipswich Road , Norwich NR2 2LR
- not rated 667 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Norwich High School for Girls GDST
95 Newmarket Road , Norwich NR2 2HU
- not rated 706 yd Other independent school Yes Girls More About School
Red Balloon - Norwich
76 Earlham Road , NR2 3DF
- not rated 898 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
The Parkside School, Norwich
College Road , NR2 3JA
4out of 4 945 yd Foundation special school No Mixed More About School
The Clare School
South Park Avenue , NR4 7AU
4out of 4 1,298 yd Foundation special school Yes Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Bread And Roses Community Cafe26 Suffolk Square, Norwich216 yd
Holy Trinity Church Hall54 Cambridge Street, Norwich247 yd
Holy Trinity Church KitchenHoly Trinity Church Office, 110A Trinity Street283 yd
Coach And Horses1 Union Street, Norwich339 yd
Kofra16 Onley Street, Norwich357 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Rose Tavern88 Rupert Street, Norwich85 yd
The York NR21 Leicester Street, Norwich183 yd
Unthank Arms149 Newmarket Street, Norwich336 yd
Eagle Tavern33 Newmarket Road, Norwich372 yd
Pear Tree Inn79 Unthank Road, Norwich428 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
China Express89 Cambridge Street, Norwich41 yd
New Sole Plaice27 Suffolk Square, Norwich216 yd
Lee's Fish \& ChipsLee's Fish Bar, 28 Chester Street219 yd
Istanbul Sunset Grill105 Unthank Road, Norwich428 yd
Cantonese Kitchen97 Unthank Road, Norwich428 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tesco Express84 Unthank Road, Norwich381 yd
Co-op Foodstore154 Unthank Road, Norwich489 yd
Sainsbury's Supermarket1 Brazen Gate, Norwich523 yd
Lucky Fortune Asian Market10 Queens Road, Norwich661 yd
Iceland67 - 73 St Stephens Street, Norwich673 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Town Close School
IPSWICH ROAD
swimming pool582 yd
City College Norwich
IPSWICH ROAD
health and fitness suite670 yd
Norwich High School For Girls
NEWMARKET ROAD
grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool748 yd
Town Close School (Fairfield Playing Field)
Fairfield Road
grass pitches792 yd
Ymca (Norwich) (Closed)
48 48 St. Giles Street
840 yd
Norwich Church Of Englands Young Mens Society Squash Club
15-17 15-17 HAYMARKET
health and fitness suite, squash courts884 yd
Thai Wellbeing (Closed)
19-25 19-25 Red Lion Street
health and fitness suite949 yd
East Anglia Tennis And Squash Club
Lime Tree Road
squash courts, tennis courts997 yd
Notre Dame High School
SURREY STREET
artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite1,044 yd
Pure Gym (Norwich Castle Mall)
CASTLE MALL
health and fitness suite1,054 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed100 Mbit/s
Average download speed158.4 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed500 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed500 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed20 Mbit/s
Average upload speed19.9 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed49.92 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.