Theatre Road is in Wells-Next-The-Sea and in North Norfolk district. NR23 1DJ is located in the Wells with Holkham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Theatre Road, Wells-next-the-sea, NR23 1DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR23 1BJ, NR23 1DL, NR23 1BN, NR23 1BL, NR23 1BE, NR23 1BH, NR23 1BD, NR23 1DH, NR23 1BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR23 1DJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 51.6% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 51.7% | 48.4% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR23 1DJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.4% | 21.6% | -9.8% | 37.9% | -16.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 54.1% | 10.9% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13% | 9.9% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 11.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 | 42.2% | 43% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 35.2% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 17.2% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 2.3% | -4.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 18.3% | 16.7% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 9.6% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 11.4% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 14% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 41.2% | 15.8% | 33.8% | 7.4% |
| Other | 7.7% | 1.8% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 92.2% | 90.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 90.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 8.6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.8% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Theatre Road was 35.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.1% lower than the Coastal average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Theatre Road has the 21st lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Coastal and the 166th highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% 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 Theatre Road, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £373,000 | 2024-11-25 | £376,571 |
| 22 Theatre Road, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £219,000 | 2023-06-23 | £216,790 |
| 22 Theatre Road, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £219,000 | 2023-06-23 | £216,790 |
| 38 Theatre Road, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2023-05-30 | £446,268 |
| 32A Theatre Road, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2022-01-26 | £607,383 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NR23 1DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School Polka Road , NR23 1JG | 3out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderman Peel High School Market Lane , NR23 1RB | 3out of 4 | 992 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Gelato | 8 Freeman Street, Wells-next-the-Sea | 180 yd | |
| Wells Crab House | 38-40 Freeman Street, Wells-next-the-Sea | 180 yd | |
| Two Magpies Bakery Ltd | Unit 2, Old Pauls Maltings | 274 yd | |
| Quayside Amusements | Sands Amusements, The Quay | 317 yd | |
| Sands Restaurant | The Quay, Wells-next-the-Sea | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fleece | The Quay, Wells-next-the-Sea | 317 yd | |
| Ollies Restaurant | The Edinburgh Inn, Station Road | 437 yd | |
| The Globe | Globe Inn, The Buttlands | 485 yd | |
| Wells Sailing Club | East End, Wells-next-the-Sea | 769 yd | |
| Bowling Green Inn | 20 Church Street, Wells-next-the-Sea | 855 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Pasty Shop | 8 Freeman Street, Wells-next-the-Sea | 180 yd | |
| Plattens Fish & Chips Ltd | Platterns Fish And Chips, 13 The Quay | 317 yd | |
| Fortune House | Fortune House, 16 Northfield Lane | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Foodstore | Polka Road, Wells-next-the-Sea | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wells Town Tennis Club Gales Road | tennis courts | 152 yd |
| Sea Fit (Closed) Staithe Street | health and fitness suite | 390 yd |
| Wells Town Football Club Beach Road | grass pitches | 406 yd |
| Alderman Peel High School MARKET LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 908 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 | 44.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.34 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.