Manns Lane is in Swanton Morley, Dereham and in Breckland district. NR20 4NP 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 Manns Lane, Swanton Morley, Dereham, NR20 4NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR20 4NP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 48.5% | 48.5% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 51.5% | 51.5% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 4NP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% 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 | 22.8% | 25.6% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 60% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 13% | 8.5% | -4.5% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 40.2% | 45.1% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 34.7% | -5.5% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 14.9% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 17.1% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 11% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 19.9% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.8% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 21.3% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 24.2% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.7% | -3.2% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 96.9% | 93.1% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.6% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 92.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.8% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manns Lane was 56.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.7% higher than the Lincoln average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manns Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Lincoln and the 122nd highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Manns Lane, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2024-09-19 | £374,525 |
| 10 Manns Lane, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2022-04-13 | £185,166 |
| Greengate Farm Manns Lane, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2021-02-24 | £481,793 |
| 2 Manns Lane, Dereham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2017-01-20 | £292,845 |
| 15 Manns Lane, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2016-12-16 | £370,688 |
NR20 4NP 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 | 118 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanton Morley VC Primary School Manns Lane , Swanton Morley NR20 4PX | 3out of 4 | 395 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Community Primary School, Beetley Elmham Road , Beetley NR20 4BW | 3out of 4 | 4,154 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Park Infant School, Dereham Kings Park , NR19 2AG | 3out of 4 | 4,318 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Church of England Infant & Nursery School St Withburga Lane , NR19 1ED | 3out of 4 | 4,907 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bawdeswell Community Primary School Fakenham Road , Bawdeswell NR20 4RR | 3out of 4 | 5,283 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,021 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dereham Neatherd High School Norwich Road , NR20 3AX | 3out of 4 | 4,216 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tides Restaurant | Promenade, Cromer | 952 yd | |
| Rocket House Cafe | Promenade, Cromer | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darbys Freehouse | Darbys Freehouse Elsing Road | 616 yd | |
| The Angel | The Angel Public House, 66 Greengate | 911 yd | |
| Trimingham House Caravan Site | Trimingham House Caravan Park, Beacon Road | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swanton Morley Stores | Gooseberry Hill, Swanton Morley | 341 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swanton Morley Village Hall And Playing Field Manns Lane | grass pitches | 266 yd |
| Swanton Morley Vc Primary School MANNS LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 511 yd |
| Swanton Morley Cricket Club GREENGATE | grass pitches | 895 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 | 6.7% |
| 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 | 93.3% |
| Median download speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 38.16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 38.16 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.06 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.