Norwich Street is in Fakenham and in North Norfolk district. NR21 9AF 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 Norwich Street, Fakenham, NR21 9AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR21 9AE, NR21 9AJ, NR21 9BY, NR21 9DW, NR21 8BS, NR21 8AA, NR21 9AG, NR21 9BZ, NR21 9BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR21 9AF is primarily male, with 53.2% 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 | 50.3% | 46.8% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 53.2% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 | 37.3% | 33.2% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.6% | 35.4% | -1.2% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 15.3% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 11.9% | 2.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.5% | 40.4% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 38.7% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 15.2% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 23.1% | 19.9% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 11.7% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.6% | 12% | -9.6% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 21.1% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 28.2% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 8.6% | 1.1% | -7.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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 | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.6% | 93.2% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 84.7% 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 | 89.1% | 84.7% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| European Union | 7.1% | 7.8% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.1% | 85.9% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 7.6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 0.3% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.1% | 76.7% | -9.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 12.6% | 6.0% | 6.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norwich Street was 335.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 498.4% higher than the Lancaster North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norwich Street has the highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Lancaster North and the 3rd highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 186.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Norwich Street, Fakenham, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-09-18 | £212,095 |
| 11 Norwich Street, Fakenham, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-07-19 | £127,448 |
| 5 Newmans Yard Norwich Street, Fakenham, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2022-09-30 | £62,991 |
| 9 Norwich Street, Fakenham, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2020-11-09 | £73,729 |
| 9D Norwich Street, Fakenham, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-03-22 | £111,910 |
NR21 9AF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR21 9AF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Other | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 257 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fakenham Infant and Nursery School Norwich Road , NR21 8HN | 3out of 4 | 837 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy Creake Road , Sculthorpe NR21 9NQ | 3out of 4 | 2,843 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Colkirk NR21 7NW | 3out of 4 | 3,683 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Snoring Community Primary Academy Thursford Road , Little Snoring NR21 0JN | 3out of 4 | 5,196 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 | 1,241 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tudor Tearooms | 4 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 32 yd | |
| The Hot and Cold Chinese Restaurant | 28 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 32 yd | |
| Flour & Bean | 2 Market Place, Fakenham | 51 yd | |
| Taste Of Thai | 39 Market Place, Fakenham | 62 yd | |
| Gallery Bistro | 37 Market Place, Fakenham | 75 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Lounge | 37 Market Place, Fakenham | 75 yd | |
| The Rampant Horse Inn | 3 Queens Road, Fakenham | 89 yd | |
| Fakenham Conservative Club | 1 Whitehorse Street, Fakenham | 93 yd | |
| General Townshend Club Ltd | 16 Cattle Market Street, Fakenham | 193 yd | |
| Pot Black Club | The Pot Black Club, 18 Cattle Market Street | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk Kebab & Pizza House | 3 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 3 yd | |
| Direct Pizza | 12-14 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 32 yd | |
| Mr Kebab | 34 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 32 yd | |
| Subway | 2A Millers Walk, Fakenham | 73 yd | |
| Zerya Grill Limited | 25 Bridge Street, Fakenham | 112 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Norwich Road | 126 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tescos, 17 Oak Street | 289 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cromwell Barn Health And Fitness Centre OAK STREET | health and fitness suite | 287 yd |
| Fakenham Sports Centre Association THE RACECOURSE | golf, indoor bowls, squash courts, tennis courts | 819 yd |
| High Field Lawn FIELD LANE | grass pitches | 924 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 | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.