Hornbeam Drive is in Dereham and in Breckland district. NR20 3FQ is located in the Dereham Neatherd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2013-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hornbeam Drive, Dereham, NR20 3FQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR20 3FN, NR20 3FS, NR20 3FT, NR20 3FR, NR20 3FP, NR20 3GN, NR20 3FX, NR20 3GP, NR20 3GQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR20 3FQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 52.4% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 47.6% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 NR20 3FQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% 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 | 17.9% | 48% | 30.1% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 33.2% | -28.2% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 4.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 11.1% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 1.6% | -11.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 | 30.4% | 51.7% | 21.3% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 44.3% | 31.4% | -12.9% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 20.4% | 10.3% | -10.1% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.5% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 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.
In the area around NR20 3FQ this area, 8.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 8.2% | -23.3% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 9% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 23% | 7.9% | 13.4% | 9.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.7% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 22.1% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 28.7% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 6% | 3.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 92.4% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 95.4% | 88.8% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 5.2% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 88.8% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hornbeam Drive was 79.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.5% lower than the Dereham Neatherd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hornbeam Drive has the 19th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Dereham Neatherd and the 80th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 38.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hornbeam Drive, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2024-10-17 | £282,251 |
| 6 Hornbeam Drive, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-03-08 | £269,920 |
| 2 Hornbeam Drive, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-10-20 | £257,963 |
| 24 Hornbeam Drive, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-07-24 | £287,810 |
| 34 Hornbeam Drive, Dereham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-06-09 | £187,011 |
NR20 3FQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,743 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Infant & Nursery School St Withburga Lane , NR19 1ED | 3out of 4 | 2,201 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House Infant and Nursery School Gilpins Ride , Littlefields NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,245 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Junior Academy Gilpin's Ride , Littlefield's NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,547 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School 38 Westfield Road , NR19 1JB | 2out of 4 | 2,764 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 888 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate High School Cemetery Road , NR19 2EU | 3out of 4 | 1,970 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 | 2,761 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coachmakers Arms | Coachmakers Arms, 144 Norwich Road | 990 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aldiss Park NORWICH ROAD | grass pitches | 222 yd |
| Dereham Neatherd High School NORWICH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,001 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 | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| 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 | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.