Jolly Sailor Yard is in Wells-Next-The-Sea and in North Norfolk district. NR23 1LA 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 Jolly Sailor Yard, Wells-next-the-sea, NR23 1LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR23 1LB, NR23 1LD, NR23 1LH, NR23 1JW, NR23 1JZ, NR23 1JY, NR23 1LE, NR23 1LJ, NR23 1JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR23 1LA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% of residents 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 | 50.4% | 52.3% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 49.6% | 47.7% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NR23 1LA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.6% | 48.9% | 12.3% | 37.9% | 11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 28.3% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -15.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 15.8% | 13.3% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 3.9% | -5.9% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 41.5% | 33.8% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 38.9% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 18.5% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 7.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
In the area around NR23 1LA this area, 31.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.3% | 31.7% | -12.6% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 12.8% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 13.9% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 14.4% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.7% | 16.1% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -17.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.9% | 93.5% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
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 | 94.9% | 95.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 95.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.3% | 76.7% | -17.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 38% | 13.5% | 24.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jolly Sailor Yard was 51.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.6% lower than the Coastal average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Jolly Sailor Yard has the 18th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Coastal and the 101st highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Algerine Cottage Jolly Sailor Yard, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2022-10-14 | £665,522 |
| 22 Jolly Sailor Yard, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £699,950 | 2021-03-22 | £808,885 |
| Jasmine Cottage Jolly Sailor Yard, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £501,160 | 2021-02-15 | £560,052 |
| Westwood Jolly Sailor Yard, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2020-12-04 | £510,238 |
| 10 Jolly Sailor Yard, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £323,500 | 2017-12-18 | £412,670 |
NR23 1LA 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.
| Retired | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 649 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 | 893 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Will's Of Wells | 1 The Quay, Wells-next-the-Sea | 270 yd | |
| Ground By Bringing The Outside In | Unit 2, Mayshiel House, 42 Staithe Street | 306 yd | |
| Swirl | 88 Staithe Street, Wells-next-the-Sea | 310 yd | |
| Flo & Joe | Unit 4-5, 20 Staithe Street | 312 yd | |
| Bang In Wells | Staithe Street, Wells-next-the-Sea | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Sailing Club | East End, Wells-next-the-Sea | 135 yd | |
| Golden Fleece | The Quay, Wells-next-the-Sea | 365 yd | |
| Ollies Restaurant | The Edinburgh Inn, Station Road | 370 yd | |
| The Globe | Globe Inn, The Buttlands | 460 yd | |
| Bowling Green Inn | 20 Church Street, Wells-next-the-Sea | 654 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune House | Fortune House, 16 Northfield Lane | 211 yd | |
| Plattens Fish & Chips Ltd | Platterns Fish And Chips, 13 The Quay | 365 yd | |
| The Little Pasty Shop | 8 Freeman Street, Wells-next-the-Sea | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Foodstore | Polka Road, Wells-next-the-Sea | 574 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Fit (Closed) Staithe Street | health and fitness suite | 374 yd |
| Wells Town Tennis Club Gales Road | tennis courts | 534 yd |
| Wells Town Football Club Beach Road | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Alderman Peel High School MARKET LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 903 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.