Bittering Street is in Gressenhall, Dereham and in Breckland district. NR20 4EE is located in the Lincoln electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bittering Street, Gressenhall, Dereham, NR20 4EE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR20 4ED, NR20 4EB, NR20 4TH, NR20 4LP, NR20 4LR, NR20 4SW, NR20 4EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR20 4EE has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.8% | 50% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.2% | 50% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR20 4EE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 11.6% | 19.3% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 57% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 8.8% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 17.8% | 14% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 7.9% |
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 | 28.1% | 48.3% | 20.2% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 43.8% | 34.2% | -9.6% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 24.5% | 13.8% | -10.7% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 40.4% | 22.8% | -17.6% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 11.8% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 12.7% | 2.0% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 14.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 26.8% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 98.5% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 93.7% 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% | 93.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 93.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 26.9% | 13.5% | 13.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bittering Street was 24.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.5% lower than the Launditch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bittering Street has the 10th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Launditch and the 152nd lowest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Bittering Street, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-06-08 | £318,108 |
| 22 Bittering Street, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2014-05-01 | £243,003 |
| 20 Bittering Street, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2003-12-01 | £145,288 |
NR20 4EE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR20 4EE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Community Primary School, Beetley Elmham Road , Beetley NR20 4BW | 3out of 4 | 1,779 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School Dereham Road , Scarning NR19 2PW | 3out of 4 | 4,442 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Park Infant School, Dereham Kings Park , NR19 2AG | 3out of 4 | 4,729 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Infant & Nursery School St Withburga Lane , NR19 1ED | 3out of 4 | 4,779 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House Infant and Nursery School Gilpins Ride , Littlefields NR19 1BJ | 3out of 4 | 5,291 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 4,271 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gressenhall Social Club | Club House, Playing Field Rougholme Close | 422 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Office Stores | The Green, Gressenhall | 458 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gressenhall Playing Field PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD ROUGHOLME CLOSE | grass pitches | 359 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.