Runton Road is in Cromer and in North Norfolk district. NR27 9AX 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 Runton Road, Cromer, NR27 9AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR27 9BB, NR27 9BD, NR27 9BJ, NR27 9AU, NR27 9BE, NR27 9BA, NR27 9BH, NR27 9BL, NR27 9AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR27 9AX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 51.6% | 49.4% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50.6% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 30.6% | 37.5% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.8% | 35% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 17% | 17% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 8.5% | -1.7% | 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 | 36.2% | 35.3% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -13.1% |
| Good health | 39% | 38.6% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 14.9% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 9.5% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 23.9% | -14.9% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 12.4% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 21.9% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 8.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 14.4% | 8.1% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 19.9% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 96.5% | 98.3% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 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 | 96.1% | 98.3% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 28.8% | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Runton Road was 235.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 159.5% higher than the Cromer Town average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Runton Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Cromer Town and the 8th highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Shipden Court Runton Road, Cromer, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £251,500 | 2024-06-14 | £248,618 |
| 2 Shipden Court Runton Road, Cromer, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-09-28 | £259,492 |
| 3 Shipden Court Runton Road, Cromer, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-06-14 | £235,028 |
| 4 Shipden Court Runton Road, Cromer, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2019-10-04 | £252,044 |
| 81 Runton Road, Cromer, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2018-12-06 | £411,870 |
NR27 9AX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 9AX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromer Junior School Norwich Road , NR27 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School, Cromer Mill Road , NR27 0AD | 3out of 4 | 2,095 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 | 4,153 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northrepps Primary School Church Street , Northrepps NR27 0LG | 3out of 4 | 5,145 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 | 1,864 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 | 1,572 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beeston Hall School West Runton , Cromer NR27 9NQ | - not rated | 3,833 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School Aylmerton Hall , Holt Road NR11 8QA | - not rated | 4,612 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runton Road Cafe | Runton Road, Cromer | 186 yd | |
| The Wanderer Bar & Kitchen | Seacroft Camping Park, Cromer Road | 626 yd | |
| Sunshine Cafe | Cadogan Road, Cromer | 700 yd | |
| McDonald's | Middlebrook Way, Cromer | 707 yd | |
| Le Moon Chinese Restaurant | 5A Prince Of Wales Road, Cromer | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cromer Social Club | The Croft, Cromer | 866 yd | |
| Kings Head Cromer | High Street, Cromer | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Subway, Holt Road | 688 yd | |
| Cromer Kebab | 13 Hamilton Road, Cromer | 810 yd | |
| The Bucket List | 9A Hamilton Road, Cromer | 810 yd | |
| West Street Deli Ltd | 6 West Street, Cromer | 812 yd | |
| Regency Kiosk | Windows Ice Cream Shop, New Street | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Holt Road, Cromer | 455 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Lidl, Holt Road | 688 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | Co-Operative Foodstore, Middlebrook Way | 707 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited - Morrisons Garage | Morrisons Garage, 1-3 Prince Of Wales Road | 792 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Co Operative, 22 High Street | 933 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.