Abbey Park is in Beeston Regis, Sheringham and in North Norfolk district. NR26 8SP 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 Abbey Park, Beeston Regis, Sheringham, NR26 8SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR26 8SU, NR26 8SR, NR26 8ST, NR26 8TT, NR26 8SL, NR26 8TR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR26 8SP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 50.4% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 45.6% | 49.6% | 4.0% | 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 NR26 8SP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 8.6% | 19.8% | 11.2% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 60.1% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 9.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 16.8% | 8.6% | -8.2% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 28.2% | 36.5% | 8.3% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 38.4% | -3.5% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 22.6% | 19.4% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 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 | 38.4% | 18.1% | -20.3% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 14.4% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8.2% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 20.2% | 13.3% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 25.9% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.7% 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% | 97.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 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 | 97.2% | 97.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Abbey Park was 26.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.5% lower than the Beeston Regis & The Runtons average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Abbey Park has the 26th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Beeston Regis & The Runtons and the 155th lowest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 111.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Abbey Park, Sheringham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £367,500 | 2024-04-30 | £364,823 |
| 10 Abbey Park, Sheringham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-03-22 | £270,638 |
| 5 Abbey Park, Sheringham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-09-07 | £314,005 |
| 22 Abbey Park, Sheringham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-07-27 | £368,358 |
| 15 Abbey Park, Sheringham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-06-07 | £316,402 |
NR26 8SP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR26 8SP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 124 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 1,490 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresham Village School Cromer Road , Gresham NR11 8RF | 3out of 4 | 4,195 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 | 1,717 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 | 1,011 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheringham Woodfields School Holt Road , NR26 8ND | 4out of 4 | 1,643 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School Aylmerton Hall , Holt Road NR11 8QA | - not rated | 1,671 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyll House 201 Holt Road , Cromer NR27 9JN | - not rated | 4,232 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priory Maze Cafe | Priory Maze & Gardens, Cromer Road | 541 yd | |
| Hilltop Outdoor Centre | Hill Top, Sheringwood | 747 yd | |
| All Saints Beeston Regis Church | Cromer Road, Beeston Regis | 879 yd | |
| Lightouse Community Church | Lighthouse Community Church, 62 Cromer Road | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishmonger's Tavern | Fishmongers Tavern, 27 Cromer Road | 860 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beeston Hall School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 914 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 | 23.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 50.38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 50.38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.