Beeston Common is in Sheringham and in North Norfolk district. NR26 8ES is located in the Sheringham South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beeston Common, Sheringham, NR26 8ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR26 8SD, NR26 8AB, NR26 8EN, NR26 8EL, NR26 8ER, NR26 8ET, NR26 8EP, NR26 8RU, NR26 8DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR26 8ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% 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 | 52.1% | 54.8% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 47.9% | 45.2% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
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 NR26 8ES there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 19.6% | 19.8% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 55.4% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 11.3% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 10% | 10.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 41.9% | 34% | -7.9% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 36% | 43.6% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 10.0% |
| Fair health | 18% | 16% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 5.6% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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% | 14.9% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 6.8% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 14.5% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.2% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.3% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.2% | 38% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.4% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 96.3% | 97.6% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beeston Common was 81.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.0% higher than the Sheringham North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beeston Common has the 8th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Sheringham North and the 53rd highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Beeston Common, Sheringham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2024-03-20 | £313,526 |
| 32 Beeston Common, Sheringham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-12-09 | £339,308 |
| 32A Beeston Common, Sheringham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £432,000 | 2022-06-06 | £435,552 |
| 31 Beeston Common, Sheringham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-02-18 | £200,409 |
| 16A Beeston Common, Sheringham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-04-14 | £428,077 |
NR26 8ES area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
NR26 8ES 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR26 8ES area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheringham Community Primary School Cooper Road , Off Holway Road NR26 8UH | 3out of 4 | 1,307 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresham Village School Cromer Road , Gresham NR11 8RF | 3out of 4 | 5,078 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheringham High School Holt Road , NR26 8ND | 3out of 4 | 1,454 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beeston Hall School West Runton , Cromer NR27 9NQ | - not rated | 1,349 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheringham Woodfields School Holt Road , NR26 8ND | 4out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School Aylmerton Hall , Holt Road NR11 8QA | - not rated | 2,581 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyll House 201 Holt Road , Cromer NR27 9JN | - not rated | 4,896 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightouse Community Church | Lighthouse Community Church, 62 Cromer Road | 286 yd | |
| The Offshore | Cliff Road, Sheringham | 427 yd | |
| Priory Maze Cafe | Priory Maze & Gardens, Cromer Road | 495 yd | |
| The Submarine | 2 Beach Road, Sheringham | 591 yd | |
| Daves Fish Bar & Restaurant | 7-11 Co-Operative Street, Sheringham | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishmonger's Tavern | Fishmongers Tavern, 27 Cromer Road | 110 yd | |
| The Morley Club | 48 Cromer Road, Sheringham | 573 yd | |
| Val and Dave's Kitchen | Tyneside Social Club, 95 Station Road | 611 yd | |
| Windham Arms | 15 Wyndham Street, Sheringham | 614 yd | |
| The Robin Hood | 15 Station Road, Sheringham | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Bowl Chinese | 13 Wyndham Street, Sheringham | 614 yd | |
| Stubby's Pizza | 41 High Street, Sheringham | 624 yd | |
| Zahras | 8A Station Approach, Sheringham | 673 yd | |
| Lotus House | Lotus House, 10 Station Approach | 676 yd | |
| The Lunch Box | 44 High Street, Sheringham | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Cromer Road, Sheringham | 573 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd | 40 High Street, Sheringham | 678 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 | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.