Church Street is in Cromer and in North Norfolk district. NR27 9AA is located in the Cromer Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Street, Cromer, NR27 9AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR27 9FD, NR27 9DA, NR27 9ES, NR27 9BF, NR27 9EY, NR27 9EQ, NR27 9EZ, NR27 9HB, NR27 9DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR27 9AA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 47.8% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 48.3% | 52.2% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 38.8% | 39.8% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.1% | 24.4% | -8.7% | 44.2% | -19.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 20.2% | 22.9% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 13.8% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 8.5% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 41.4% | 36.3% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 37.2% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 18.8% | 6.5% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6.4% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 1.3% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.1% | 18.9% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 11.4% | -8.3% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 17.9% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 19.9% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 22.9% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 9% | 4% | -5.0% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.1% | 96.6% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 93.1% | 90.5% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 4.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 90.9% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 5.7% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 24.2% | 13.5% | 10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 10.8% | 6.0% | 4.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Street was 78.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.5% lower than the Cromer Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Street has the 9th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Cromer Town and the 55th highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cromer Delivery Office, 35 Church Street, Cromer, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £13,756 | 2017-11-27 | £15,431 |
NR27 9AA 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 NR27 9AA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromer Junior School Norwich Road , NR27 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School, Cromer Mill Road , NR27 0AD | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School 23 Cromer Road , Overstrand NR27 0NT | 3out of 4 | 3,151 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northrepps Primary School Church Street , Northrepps NR27 0LG | 3out of 4 | 4,245 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromer Academy Norwich Road , NR27 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,057 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argyll House 201 Holt Road , Cromer NR27 9JN | - not rated | 2,060 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beeston Hall School West Runton , Cromer NR27 9NQ | - not rated | 4,866 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidestrand Hall School Cromer Road , Sidestrand NR27 0NH | 3out of 4 | 5,078 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownes On Bond Street | 5 Bond Street, Cromer | 50 yd | |
| Cromer Tandoori | 29 Church Street, Cromer | 62 yd | |
| Sticky Earth Ltd | 15 Church Street, Cromer | 62 yd | |
| Yumy Yumy House | 28 Church Street, Cromer | 73 yd | |
| Indian On The Cliff | 2 Brook Street, Cromer | 78 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | 32 Church Street, Cromer | 62 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | Tucker Street, Cromer | 105 yd | |
| Kings Head Cromer | High Street, Cromer | 149 yd | |
| Cromer Social Club | The Croft, Cromer | 267 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beatniks of Cromer | Shop 2, Balcony House, 1 Mount Street | 125 yd | |
| Beach Treats | Kiosk Bottom Melbourne Slope, Promenade | 165 yd | |
| Mary Janes Fish Bar & Restaurant | 27-29 Garden Street, Cromer | 196 yd | |
| Cromer Pizza House | 36 Garden Street, Cromer | 196 yd | |
| The Bucket List | 9A Hamilton Road, Cromer | 234 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Co Operative, 22 High Street | 156 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited - Morrisons Garage | Morrisons Garage, 1-3 Prince Of Wales Road | 288 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Holt Road, Cromer | 691 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Lidl, Holt Road | 1,037 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norton Warnes Ground OVERSTRAND ROAD | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Cromer Lawn Tennis And Squash CROMER LAWN TENNIS & SQUASH ASSOC CROMER LAWN TENNIS & SQUASH ASSOC NORWICH ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 771 yd |
| Cabbel Park EAST GROVE | grass pitches | 920 yd |
| Cromer Sports Centre NORWICH ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 936 yd |
| Cromer Academy NORWICH ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 936 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.