Cranmer Court is in Fakenham and in North Norfolk district. NR21 8DN is located in the Lancaster South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cranmer Court, Fakenham, NR21 8DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR21 8DG, NR21 8DW, NR21 8BZ, NR21 8DJ, NR21 8BY, NR21 8DF, NR21 8DQ, NR21 8DB, NR21 8BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR21 8DN 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 | 48.7% | 50% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.3% | 50% | -1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.8% | 35.3% | 12.5% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 38.4% | -6.8% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 14.7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 17.4% | 9.1% | -8.3% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.2% | 39.6% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 29.7% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 29.9% | 21.2% | -8.7% | 12.7% | 8.5% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 8.1% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
In the area around NR21 8DN this area, 36.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 9.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.9% | 36.1% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 17.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 13% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 13% | 1.8% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.7% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 17% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -24.2% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.6% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| White | 99% | 99.6% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98% | 96.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.4% | 76.7% | -23.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 44.1% | 13.5% | 30.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cranmer Court was 20.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.3% lower than the Lancaster North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cranmer Court has the 6th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Lancaster North and the 109th lowest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Cranmer Court, Fakenham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-12-20 | £200,815 |
| 7 Cranmer Court, Fakenham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2016-04-19 | £246,208 |
NR21 8DN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fakenham Junior School Queen's Road , NR21 8BN | 3out of 4 | 450 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fakenham Infant and Nursery School Norwich Road , NR21 8HN | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy Creake Road , Sculthorpe NR21 9NQ | 3out of 4 | 2,703 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Colkirk NR21 7NW | 3out of 4 | 4,272 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Snoring Community Primary Academy Thursford Road , Little Snoring NR21 0JN | 3out of 4 | 4,649 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 | 850 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfall Elior | Hain Frozen Foods, Holt Road | 472 yd | |
| Fakenham Tandoori | 14 Holt Road, Fakenham | 499 yd | |
| Nelson Cafe | Unit 2 At, Langham Glass Ltd | 504 yd | |
| Megs Place | 9 Norwich Road, Fakenham | 544 yd | |
| Taste Of Thai | 39 Market Place, Fakenham | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry IV | Henry Iv, Greenway Lane | 351 yd | |
| The Rampant Horse Inn | 3 Queens Road, Fakenham | 544 yd | |
| Fakenham Conservative Club | 1 Whitehorse Street, Fakenham | 625 yd | |
| Red Lion Lounge | 37 Market Place, Fakenham | 674 yd | |
| General Townshend Club Ltd | 16 Cattle Market Street, Fakenham | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben's Pizza Emporium | 87 Norwich Road, Fakenham | 545 yd | |
| Pearl River | 28-30 Wells Road, Fakenham | 563 yd | |
| Norfolk Kebab & Pizza House | 3 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 631 yd | |
| New World Takeaway | 6 Oak Street, Fakenham | 663 yd | |
| Tin Yau | 38-40 Oak Street, Fakenham | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Norwich Road | 610 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl Uk Gmbh, Holt Road | 704 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tescos, 17 Oak Street | 713 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Field Lawn FIELD LANE | grass pitches | 644 yd |
| Cromwell Barn Health And Fitness Centre OAK STREET | health and fitness suite | 719 yd |
| Fakenham Academy FIELD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Fakenham Sports And Fitness Centre TRAP LANE | health and fitness suite | 981 yd |
| Fakenham Playing Field TRAP LANE | grass pitches | 1,053 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 | 41.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.