Stocks Hill is in Whissonsett, Dereham and in Breckland district. NR20 5TH is located in the Hermitage electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stocks Hill, Whissonsett, Dereham, NR20 5TH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR20 5AP, NR20 5TE, NR20 5TD, NR20 5TQ, NR20 5TG, NR20 5TB, NR20 5ST, NR20 5SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR20 5TH is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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 | 48.1% | 46.9% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 51.9% | 53.1% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 5TH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% 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 | 20.5% | 21.2% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 54.1% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 11.7% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 8.2% | -4.1% | 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 | 41.7% | 41.5% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 41% | 37.6% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 15.5% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 24.2% | 14% | -10.2% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 8.8% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 16.7% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.9% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 17.1% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 31.1% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 5.5% | 4.4% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 100% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 95.9% | 93.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.4% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 93.8% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 5.8% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 62.5% | 46.2% | 16.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stocks Hill was 30.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.9% lower than the Hermitage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stocks Hill has the 15th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Hermitage and the 181st lowest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stocks Hill House Stocks Hill, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-03-25 | £355,269 |
| Stocks Hill House Stocks Hill, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2016-09-06 | £436,747 |
| Stocks Hill Cottage Stocks Hill, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2012-10-19 | £445,909 |
| Stocks Hill House Stocks Hill, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2010-02-05 | £311,400 |
| Kings Head House Stocks Hill, Dereham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £293,000 | 2005-04-22 | £549,585 |
NR20 5TH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 5TH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 5TH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brisley Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Brisley NR20 5LH | 1out of 4 | 3,096 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Colkirk NR21 7NW | 3out of 4 | 3,394 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Raynham Church of England Primary Academy West Raynham , NR21 7HH | 3out of 4 | 5,377 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whissonsett Playing Field (Closed) London Street | grass pitches | 272 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.