Queens Close is in Blakeney, Holt and in North Norfolk district. NR25 7PQ is located in the Coastal electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Queens Close, Blakeney, Holt, NR25 7PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR25 7BD, NR25 7PJ, NR25 7PG, NR25 7BE, NR25 7DF, NR25 7BF, NR25 7AY, NR25 7QU, NR25 7QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR25 7PQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 51.4% | -3.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 44.9% | 48.6% | 3.7% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 22.5% | 23.9% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.3% | 43.6% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 3.2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 18.1% | 7.4% | 9.1% | 9.0% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 11.2% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 (69.1%) 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 | 37.1% | 32.3% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -16.1% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 36.8% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 24.5% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 11.8% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 4.5% | -4.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 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.
In the area around NR25 7PQ this area, 28.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39% | 28.9% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 11.1% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 11.6% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.8% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 8.9% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 28.9% | 13.4% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.7% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 97.3% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.5% 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% | 94.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 95.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.7% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.5% | 76.7% | -12.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 33.6% | 13.5% | 20.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Queens Close was 34.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.0% lower than the Coastal average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Queens Close has the 19th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Coastal and the 170th highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 41.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Queens Close, Holt, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-06-05 | £362,383 |
| 9 Queens Close, Holt, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2022-08-16 | £403,761 |
| 24 Queens Close, Holt, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2018-11-09 | £286,421 |
| Close-By Queens Close, Holt, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2018-03-02 | £413,949 |
| 5 Queens Close, Holt, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2017-08-14 | £363,380 |
NR25 7PQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR25 7PQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blakeney Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Wiveton Road , Blakeney NR25 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,044 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langham Village School North Street , Langham NR25 7DG | 4out of 4 | 2,907 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glaven District Caring Committee | Community Centre Glaven Centre, Thistleton Court | 162 yd | |
| Blakeney Garage Ltd | Morston Road, Blakeney | 200 yd | |
| Folks Coffee | 5 Westgate Street, Blakeney | 338 yd | |
| The Moorings | High Street, Blakeney | 615 yd | |
| Muddy Dog Cafe & Craft | St Nicholas Church Hall, The Quay | 652 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | Westgate Street, Blakeney | 338 yd | |
| White Horse Hotel | 4 High Street, Blakeney | 584 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion | 139-141 High Street, Blakeney | 719 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blakeney Playing Field Langham Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 272 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.63 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.63 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.