Cromer Road is in Beeston Regis, Sheringham and in North Norfolk district. NR26 8SG is located in the Beeston Regis & The Runtons electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cromer Road, Beeston Regis, Sheringham, NR26 8SG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR26 8SH, NR26 8YL, NR26 8SS, NR26 8RX, NR26 8SQ, NR26 8SJ, NR26 8SW, NR26 8SL, NR26 8SN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR26 8SG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 50.6% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 45.9% | 49.4% | 3.5% | 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 | 27.9% | 32.2% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 48.3% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 8.5% | -4.4% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 10% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 (69.4%) 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 | 33.3% | 40.4% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 29% | -8.4% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 19.2% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 7.8% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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.
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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.4% | 15.3% | -12.1% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 16.7% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 20.1% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 14.8% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 20.1% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 6% | 5.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.1% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 99.6% | 98.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 98.4% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.9% | 76.7% | -5.8% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cromer Road was 63.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.0% higher than the Beeston Regis & The Runtons average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cromer Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Beeston Regis & The Runtons and the 81st highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 204 Cromer Road, Sheringham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-03-14 | £219,450 |
| 204 Cromer Road, Sheringham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2019-01-29 | £219,277 |
| 210 Cromer Road, Sheringham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2018-01-23 | £226,494 |
| 224 Cromer Road, Sheringham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2017-10-27 | £253,299 |
| 218 Cromer Road, Sheringham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2017-09-08 | £237,686 |
NR26 8SG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 1,826 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresham Village School and Nursery Cromer Road , Gresham NR11 8RF | 3out of 4 | 4,504 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresham Village School Cromer Road , Gresham NR11 8RF | - not rated | 4,504 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 2,035 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheringham High School and Sixth Form Centre Holt Road , NR26 8ND | - not rated | 2,035 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 588 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Runton and Sutherland School West Runton , NR27 9NF | - not rated | 1,125 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hilbre School Holway Road , NR26 8NP | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Wood Dene School Aylmerton Hall , Aylmerton NR11 8QA | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School Aylmerton Hall , Holt Road NR11 8QA | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priory Maze Cafe | Priory Maze & Gardens, Cromer Road | 240 yd | |
| All Saints Beeston Regis Church | Cromer Road, Beeston Regis | 488 yd | |
| Lightouse Community Church | Lighthouse Community Church, 62 Cromer Road | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishmonger's Tavern | Fishmongers Tavern, 27 Cromer Road | 730 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beeston Hall School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 590 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 | 48.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.21 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.