Barons Close is in Fakenham and in North Norfolk district. NR21 8FB is located in the Lancaster South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 2016-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barons Close, Fakenham, NR21 8FB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR21 8BE, NR21 8BA, NR21 8DT, NR21 8HQ, NR21 8AZ, NR21 8HG, NR21 8HJ, NR21 8AE, NR21 8HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR21 8FB 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 | 49.8% | 50% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50% | -0.2% | 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 | 24.7% | 31.7% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 45.2% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 6.6% | 0.4% | -6.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 13.9% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 8.7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 37.2% | 35.7% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 42.2% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 8.6% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 18.2% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 28.8% | 22.8% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 12.7% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 14% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.5% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 18% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 23.7% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.5% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 88.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 88.5% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 7.7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 89.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 6.2% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.8% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barons Close was 95.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.6% higher than the Lancaster North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barons Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Lancaster North and the 37th highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 13.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oak Court Barons Close, Fakenham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2023-01-06 | £188,843 |
| 2 Oak Court Barons Close, Fakenham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-05-15 | £210,303 |
| 4 Oak Court Barons Close, Fakenham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2019-07-11 | £206,779 |
| 4 Oak Court Barons Close, Fakenham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2017-03-15 | £224,306 |
| 3 Oak Court Barons Close, Fakenham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2017-03-02 | £221,603 |
NR21 8FB 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.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 235 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fakenham Infant and Nursery School Norwich Road , NR21 8HN | 3out of 4 | 426 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy Creake Road , Sculthorpe NR21 9NQ | 3out of 4 | 3,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Colkirk NR21 7NW | 3out of 4 | 3,703 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Snoring Community Primary Academy Thursford Road , Little Snoring NR21 0JN | 3out of 4 | 4,881 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 | 1,413 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megs Place | 9 Norwich Road, Fakenham | 195 yd | |
| Fakenham Tandoori | 14 Holt Road, Fakenham | 228 yd | |
| Shape's Restaurant | W J Aldiss Ltd, Oxborough Lane | 232 yd | |
| The Tudor Tearooms | 4 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 424 yd | |
| The Hot and Cold Chinese Restaurant | 28 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fakenham Conservative Club | 1 Whitehorse Street, Fakenham | 321 yd | |
| The Rampant Horse Inn | 3 Queens Road, Fakenham | 386 yd | |
| General Townshend Club Ltd | 16 Cattle Market Street, Fakenham | 436 yd | |
| Pot Black Club | The Pot Black Club, 18 Cattle Market Street | 436 yd | |
| Red Lion Lounge | 37 Market Place, Fakenham | 486 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben's Pizza Emporium | 87 Norwich Road, Fakenham | 221 yd | |
| Norfolk Kebab & Pizza House | 3 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 409 yd | |
| Subway | 2A Millers Walk, Fakenham | 415 yd | |
| Direct Pizza | 12-14 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 424 yd | |
| Mr Kebab | 34 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Norwich Road | 286 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tescos, 17 Oak Street | 691 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl Uk Gmbh, Holt Road | 944 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cromwell Barn Health And Fitness Centre OAK STREET | health and fitness suite | 690 yd |
| Fakenham Sports Centre Association THE RACECOURSE | golf, indoor bowls, squash courts, tennis courts | 717 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.