Sycamore Drive is in Fakenham and in North Norfolk district. NR21 9HR is located in the Lancaster South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 2017-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sycamore Drive, Fakenham, NR21 9HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR21 9HW, NR21 9HJ, NR21 9HN, NR21 9HA, NR21 9HQ, NR21 9FF, NR21 9HD, NR21 9LP, NR21 9ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR21 9HR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 51.5% | 49.2% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.8% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 25% | 30.8% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.7% | 48.7% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 4.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 11.8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 5.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 47.1% | 49.2% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 33.2% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 12.7% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 4.2% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 29.5% | 18.6% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 11.4% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 19.7% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 21.2% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 23.5% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 97.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 97.6% | 95.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 95.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.7% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.6% | 76.7% | -2.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sycamore Drive was 20.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.8% lower than the Lancaster North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sycamore Drive has the 7th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Lancaster North and the 110th lowest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood House, 2 Sycamore Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2025-03-06 | £569,480 |
| Copperbeech, 1 Sycamore Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2024-04-04 | £555,921 |
| Copperbeech, 1 Sycamore Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £562,500 | 2021-01-07 | £617,520 |
| Copperbeech, 1 Sycamore Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2018-05-29 | £633,563 |
| Oakwood House, 2 Sycamore Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2017-10-09 | £663,866 |
NR21 9HR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fakenham Junior School Queen's Road , NR21 8BN | 3out of 4 | 870 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fakenham Infant and Nursery School Norwich Road , NR21 8HN | 3out of 4 | 1,483 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy Creake Road , Sculthorpe NR21 9NQ | 3out of 4 | 2,067 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Colkirk NR21 7NW | 3out of 4 | 4,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Snoring Community Primary Academy Thursford Road , Little Snoring NR21 0JN | 3out of 4 | 5,326 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 | 661 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drifters | 20 Oak Street, Fakenham | 533 yd | |
| First Focus Fakenham | Scout Hall, Oak Street | 533 yd | |
| Taylors | 5 Oak Street, Fakenham | 536 yd | |
| EP Youth | Connaught House, 11 Oak Street | 621 yd | |
| Q's Coffee Shop & Bistro | 2 Quaker Lane, Fakenham | 714 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Lounge | 37 Market Place, Fakenham | 735 yd | |
| The Rampant Horse Inn | 3 Queens Road, Fakenham | 746 yd | |
| Fakenham Conservative Club | 1 Whitehorse Street, Fakenham | 858 yd | |
| The Limes | The Limes, 30 Bridge Street | 905 yd | |
| General Townshend Club Ltd | 16 Cattle Market Street, Fakenham | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl River | 28-30 Wells Road, Fakenham | 356 yd | |
| New World Takeaway | 6 Oak Street, Fakenham | 533 yd | |
| Tin Yau | 38-40 Oak Street, Fakenham | 533 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | 5 Old Post Office Street, Fakenham | 666 yd | |
| Norfolk Kebab & Pizza House | 3 Norwich Street, Fakenham | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tescos, 17 Oak Street | 536 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Norwich Road | 879 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Field Lawn FIELD LANE | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Cromwell Barn Health And Fitness Centre OAK STREET | health and fitness suite | 543 yd |
| Fakenham Academy FIELD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Fakenham Sports And Fitness Centre TRAP LANE | health and fitness suite | 756 yd |
| Fakenham Rugby Union Football Club Ltd OLD WELLS ROAD | grass pitches | 804 yd |
| Fakenham Playing Field TRAP LANE | grass pitches | 922 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.