Crown Road is in Dereham and in Breckland district. NR20 4AG is located in the Dereham Neatherd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crown Road, Dereham, NR20 4AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR20 4AE, NR20 4FD, NR20 4AN, NR20 3AP, NR20 3SJ, NR20 3AS, NR20 4AW, NR20 4AX, NR20 4AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR20 4AG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 25.3% | 28.9% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 48.8% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 11.2% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 7.9% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 41.9% | 39.9% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 38.5% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 19.1% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.2% | 17.8% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 14.9% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 19% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.2% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 18.6% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 21.9% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.7% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.9% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 95.6% | 94.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 94.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.3% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crown Road was 30.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.4% lower than the Dereham Neatherd average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Crown Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 63 local areas in Dereham Neatherd and the 188th lowest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Crown Road, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £328,500 | 2022-10-24 | £333,528 |
| 28 Crown Road, Dereham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2021-11-17 | £319,356 |
| 56 Crown Road, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-09-15 | £339,665 |
| 46 - 48 Crown Road, Dereham, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-06-28 | £189,410 |
| 26 Crown Road, Dereham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-06-25 | £292,317 |
NR20 4AG 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 469 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Infant & Nursery School St Withburga Lane , NR19 1ED | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House Infant and Nursery School Gilpins Ride , Littlefields NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Junior Academy Gilpin's Ride , Littlefield's NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School 38 Westfield Road , NR19 1JB | 2out of 4 | 2,174 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 | 529 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate High School Cemetery Road , NR19 2EU | 3out of 4 | 906 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 | 2,074 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellspring Family Centre | 35 Neatherd Road | 327 yd | |
| Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust | Dereham Railway Station Station Road | 407 yd | |
| Strikes Bowl Multiplex | Strikes Station Road | 407 yd | |
| Flow Craft Café | 37 Norwich Street | 554 yd | |
| Norski Noos Gallery | 7 Georges Yard, Cowper Road | 616 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coachmakers Arms | Coachmakers Arms, 144 Norwich Road | 473 yd | |
| The Cock | 28 Norwich Street | 613 yd | |
| Dereham Masonic Club | Norwich Street, Dereham | 681 yd | |
| The Bull Inn | The Bull Inn, 25 High Street | 767 yd | |
| Cherry Tree Public House | The Cherry Tree, 1 Theatre Street | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunflower House Takeaway | 41 Norwich Road | 198 yd | |
| Wonderfood | 43 Norwich Street | 532 yd | |
| Star OK | Unit 5 Cowper Road Car Park | 592 yd | |
| Bombay Tandoori Restaurant | 10A - 10B Norwich Street | 694 yd | |
| Mr Tang | 29 High Street, Dereham | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop Stores Ltd | 39 Norwich Road, Dereham | 193 yd | |
| W M Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Station Road | 436 yd | |
| Holland & Barrett | 9 Wrights Walk | 706 yd | |
| Poundland Limited | 39 Market Place | 730 yd | |
| European | 15 - 17 High Street | 753 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dereham Cricket Club DEREHAM CRICKET CLUB DEREHAM CRICKET CLUB NORWICH ROAD | grass pitches | 237 yd |
| Dereham Neatherd High School NORWICH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 391 yd |
| Dereham Leisure Centre STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 640 yd |
| Dereham Hockey Club GREENFIELDS ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 642 yd |
| Bowlers (Dereham) Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Commercial Road | indoor bowls | 741 yd |
| Northgate High School NORTHGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,026 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 | 74 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.