Speke Street is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR2 4HF is located in the Wensum electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Speke Street, Norwich, NR2 4HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR2 4HA, NR2 4EL, NR2 4EJ, NR2 4HQ, NR2 4HE, NR2 4HG, NR2 4EZ, NR2 4HN, NR2 4EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR2 4HF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 45.9% | 49.4% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 54.1% | 50.6% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 4HF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58% 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 | 58.5% | 58% | -0.5% | 37.9% | 20.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.5% | 25.7% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -18.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 9.3% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 | 45.9% | 39.1% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 44.5% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 10.9% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 10.9% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 11.4% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 6.6% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 10.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 17.1% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.6% | 46.1% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 88% | 91.4% | 3.4% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 82.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 82.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 5.5% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.8% | 82.4% | -1.4% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.8% | 6.3% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.9% | 2% | -2.9% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 1.9% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.2% | 37.2% | 23.0% |
| Christian | 27% | 46.2% | -19.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Speke Street was 45.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.7% lower than the Nelson average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Speke Street has the 26th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Nelson and the 135th lowest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Speke Street, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-02-23 | £179,659 |
| 21 Speke Street, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2023-01-17 | £276,668 |
| 35 Speke Street, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £376,000 | 2022-07-20 | £374,841 |
| 25 Speke Street, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2021-01-19 | £183,564 |
| 9 Speke Street, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2019-06-21 | £215,310 |
NR2 4HF 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 1,726 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wensum Junior School Turner Road , NR2 4HB | 3out of 4 | 173 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Infant School Northumberland Street , NR2 4EH | 2out of 4 | 342 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Recreation Road Infant School Recreation Road , NR2 3PA | 4out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henderson Green Primary School Earlham Grove , NR5 8DX | 3out of 4 | 1,205 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avenue Junior School Avenue Road , NR2 3HP | 3out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Norwich 299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP | 2out of 4 | 1,913 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 2,450 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 2,632 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy Eaton Road , NR4 6PP | 3out of 4 | 2,998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School The Old Fire Station , 30 Bethel Street NR2 1NR | - not rated | 1,852 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education Ipswich Road , NR2 2LJ | - not rated | 2,588 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 669 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon - Norwich 76 Earlham Road , NR2 3DF | - not rated | 925 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parkside School, Norwich College Road , NR2 3JA | 4out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Education 168b Motum Road , NR5 8EG | - not rated | 2,021 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clare School South Park Avenue , NR4 7AU | 4out of 4 | 2,033 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wensum Junior School Breakfast And After School Club | Wensum Junior School, Turner Road | 212 yd | |
| Alive Church - Foodbank Distribution Centre & Community Cafe | The Vineyard Centre, Nelson Street | 375 yd | |
| Bond Street Cafe | 47 Bond Street, Norwich | 385 yd | |
| Harry's Soul Station | 35 - 37 Adelaide Street, Norwich | 459 yd | |
| The Cat House | 136 Dereham Road, Norwich | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fat Cat | 49 West End Street, Norwich | 364 yd | |
| The Nelson | 122 Nelson Street, Norwich | 375 yd | |
| The Belle Vue | 46 St Philips Road, Norwich | 474 yd | |
| Alexandra Tavern | 16 Stafford Street, Norwich | 567 yd | |
| West End Retreat | Browne Street, Norwich | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kam Moon Chinese & Thai Takeaway | 170 Nelson Street, Norwich | 480 yd | |
| Take Thai | 130 Dereham Road, Norwich | 561 yd | |
| The Chip Shop | 26 Stafford Street, Norwich | 567 yd | |
| Furama | 101 Dereham Road, Norwich | 772 yd | |
| Lucky Tandoori | 105 Dereham Road, Norwich | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Supermarket | 97 Dereham Road, Norwich | 761 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | 58 - 62 Dereham Road, Norwich | 855 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | The Co-Operative Food, Earlham House Shops | 895 yd | |
| Norwich Shopper | 3 - 5 Distillery Square, Norwich | 924 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 2, 36 - 50 Drayton Road | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Prep School DEREHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 527 yd |
| Immortals Gym (Closed) Heigham Street | health and fitness suite | 943 yd |
| Mile Cross Primary School Playing Field (Closed) Valpy Avenue | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| Recreation Road Sports Centre RECREATION ROAD | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.