Maltings Close is in Fakenham and in North Norfolk district. NR21 8HS is located in the Lancaster South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maltings Close, Fakenham, NR21 8HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR21 8HP, NR21 8HD, NR21 8GD, NR21 8BD, NR21 8HF, NR21 8HH, NR21 8DY, NR21 8EE, NR21 8HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR21 8HS has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 56.3% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 43.5% | 43.7% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
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 | 33.4% | 41.6% | 8.2% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 31% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 11.6% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 16.9% | 11.9% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.1%) 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 | 36.9% | 34.3% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -14.1% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 32.8% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 24.6% | 23.9% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 11.2% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 6.5% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.4% | 27% | -10.4% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 16.3% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 13% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 15.5% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 19.3% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 4.9% | 4.6% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.1% | 98.1% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 93.6% | 92.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 6.7% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 92.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.1% | 76.7% | -21.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 38% | 13.5% | 24.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maltings Close was 35.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.5% lower than the Lancaster North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maltings Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Lancaster North and the 169th highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brambles Maltings Close, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £77,500 | 1999-08-06 | £355,457 |
NR21 8HS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 103 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fakenham Infant and Nursery School Norwich Road , NR21 8HN | 3out of 4 | 375 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fakenham Junior School Queen's Road , NR21 8BN | 3out of 4 | 421 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy Creake Road , Sculthorpe NR21 9NQ | 3out of 4 | 3,152 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Colkirk NR21 7NW | 3out of 4 | 4,031 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Snoring Community Primary Academy Thursford Road , Little Snoring NR21 0JN | 3out of 4 | 4,535 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 | 1,301 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 | 429 yd | |
| Fakenham Tandoori | 14 Holt Road, Fakenham | 459 yd | |
| Megs Place | 9 Norwich Road, Fakenham | 466 yd | |
| Nelson Cafe | Unit 2 At, Langham Glass Ltd | 529 yd | |
| Shape's Restaurant | W J Aldiss Ltd, Oxborough Lane | 579 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry IV | Henry Iv, Greenway Lane | 558 yd | |
| Fakenham Conservative Club | 1 Whitehorse Street, Fakenham | 609 yd | |
| The Rampant Horse Inn | 3 Queens Road, Fakenham | 612 yd | |
| Red Lion Lounge | 37 Market Place, Fakenham | 748 yd | |
| General Townshend Club Ltd | 16 Cattle Market Street, Fakenham | 767 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben's Pizza Emporium | 87 Norwich Road, Fakenham | 159 yd | |
| Norfolk Kebab & Pizza House | 3 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 674 yd | |
| Direct Pizza | 12-14 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 701 yd | |
| Mr Kebab | 34 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 701 yd | |
| Subway | 2A Millers Walk, Fakenham | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Norwich Road | 576 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl Uk Gmbh, Holt Road | 583 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tescos, 17 Oak Street | 902 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cromwell Barn Health And Fitness Centre OAK STREET | health and fitness suite | 905 yd |
| Fakenham Sports Centre Association THE RACECOURSE | golf, indoor bowls, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,043 yd |
| High Field Lawn FIELD LANE | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.