Folland Court is in Bawdeswell, Dereham and in Breckland district. NR20 4SH is located in the Upper Wensum electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Folland Court, Bawdeswell, Dereham, NR20 4SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR20 4SD, NR20 4SN, NR20 4SE, NR20 4TG, NR20 4SF, NR20 4TL, NR20 4RR, NR20 4UP, NR20 4TJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR20 4SH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51.7% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.3% | 1.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 27.4% | 32% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 42.9% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 5% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 11% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 8.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 41.5% | 47.7% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 31.8% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 15.5% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 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.
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.4% | 22.9% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 14.2% | 3.0% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 14.7% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 18.8% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 22% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| White | 100% | 99.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.4% | 94.7% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 95.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 28.9% | 13.5% | 15.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.1% | 37.2% | 10.9% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Folland Court was 42.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.5% higher than the Lincoln average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Folland Court has the 5th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Lincoln and the 179th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Folland Court, Dereham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-07-19 | £316,346 |
| 9 Folland Court, Dereham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £163,750 | 2012-06-15 | £289,126 |
| 7 Folland Court, Dereham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £74,500 | 2001-11-06 | £255,318 |
| 9 Folland Court, Dereham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £68,950 | 2001-06-08 | £255,841 |
| 9 Folland Court, Dereham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £63,500 | 2000-08-31 | £258,986 |
NR20 4SH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NR20 4SH 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.
| Retired | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bawdeswell Community Primary School Fakenham Road , Bawdeswell NR20 4RR | 3out of 4 | 203 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyng Church of England Primary School Wensum Road , NR9 5RJ | 3out of 4 | 4,204 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foulsham Primary School Academy High Street , Foulsham NR20 5RT | 3out of 4 | 4,557 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanton Morley VC Primary School Manns Lane , Swanton Morley NR20 4PX | 3out of 4 | 5,274 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reeves Parlour | Bawdeswell Garden Centre Norwich Road | 359 yd | |
| Hamptons @ The Barn Ltd | Park Farm Dereham Road | 393 yd | |
| The Horkey Kitchen | Park Farm Dereham Road | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MORRISONS DAILY | Bawdeswell Stores The Street | 320 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bawdeswell Recreational Field SAXON MEADOWS | grass pitches | 374 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% |
| Median download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.