Bramley Drive is in Colkirk, Fakenham and in Breckland district. NR21 7JH 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 Bramley Drive, Colkirk, Fakenham, NR21 7JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR21 7JJ, NR21 7JU, NR21 7NQ, NR21 7NG, NR21 7NH, NR21 7NE, NR21 7AA, NR21 7NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR21 7JH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 49.8% | 49.5% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.5% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 NR21 7JH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% 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 | 20.6% | 23.9% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.3% | 56% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 9.7% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 8.9% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 29.8% | 38.7% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 37% | -4.1% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 13.8% | -8.0% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 8.4% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 33.5% | 25.6% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 10.1% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 10.9% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 13.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 30.6% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.6% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 96.8% | 95.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.3% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bramley Drive was 22.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.7% lower than the Hermitage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bramley Drive has the 13th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Hermitage and the 135th lowest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Bramley Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2019-07-01 | £384,089 |
| 4 Bramley Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2015-08-14 | £316,452 |
| 8 Bramley Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2011-05-11 | £442,102 |
| 5 Bramley Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2007-10-31 | £443,032 |
| 6 Bramley Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2003-06-19 | £432,459 |
NR21 7JH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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.
NR21 7JH 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 NR21 7JH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Self-Employed | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Colkirk NR21 7NW | 3out of 4 | 357 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fakenham Infant and Nursery School Norwich Road , NR21 8HN | 3out of 4 | 3,743 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fakenham Junior School Queen's Road , NR21 8BN | 3out of 4 | 3,841 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brisley Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Brisley NR20 5LH | 1out of 4 | 5,321 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Raynham Church of England Primary Academy West Raynham , NR21 7HH | 3out of 4 | 5,338 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fakenham Academy Field Lane , NR21 9QT | 3out of 4 | 4,948 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colkirk Playing Field WHISSONSETT ROAD | grass pitches | 516 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 | 33.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.24 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.