Hans Place is in Cromer and in North Norfolk district. NR27 9EQ 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 Hans Place, Cromer, NR27 9EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR27 9DA, NR27 9EG, NR27 9EF, NR27 9AA, NR27 9RR, NR27 9FD, NR27 9HH, NR27 9DB, NR27 9ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR27 9EQ is primarily male, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 44.7% | 43.7% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -7.3% |
| Male | 55.3% | 56.3% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 7.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NR27 9EQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.6% | 50.3% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.9% | 24% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -20.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 17.6% | 15.6% | -2.0% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 3.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 34.6% | 37.9% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 35.4% | -5.8% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 21.2% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 8.5% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 4.5% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 17.2% | 23.5% | 6.3% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.1% | 10.1% | -10.0% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 26.5% | 12.8% | -13.7% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 33.5% | 15.9% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 5.4% | 0.6% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.2% | 97% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 92.1% | 91.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 91% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 5.5% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hans Place was 453.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 399.2% higher than the Cromer Town average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Hans Place has the highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Cromer Town and the highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 120.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Hans Place, Cromer, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-03-06 | £109,549 |
| Flat 2 11 Hans Place, Cromer, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2021-05-18 | £144,815 |
| 8 Hans Place, Cromer, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2018-02-23 | £242,750 |
| 13 Hans Place, Cromer, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2017-07-07 | £455,959 |
| 9 Hans Place, Cromer, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2017-05-19 | £396,260 |
NR27 9EQ area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromer Junior School Norwich Road , NR27 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School, Cromer Mill Road , NR27 0AD | 3out of 4 | 1,236 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 | 3,181 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northrepps Primary School Church Street , Northrepps NR27 0LG | 3out of 4 | 4,258 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 | 1,048 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 | 1,993 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beeston Hall School West Runton , Cromer NR27 9NQ | - not rated | 4,813 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidestrand Hall School Cromer Road , Sidestrand NR27 0NH | 3out of 4 | 5,111 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School Aylmerton Hall , Holt Road NR11 8QA | - not rated | 5,422 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownes On Bond Street | 5 Bond Street, Cromer | 48 yd | |
| Huckleberries | 43 Church Street, Cromer | 73 yd | |
| Cafe Main | 50 Church Street, Cromer | 73 yd | |
| Coffee Therapy | 58 Church Street, Cromer | 73 yd | |
| Cornerstone Cafe | 65 Church Street, Cromer | 73 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | 32 Church Street, Cromer | 117 yd | |
| Kings Head Cromer | High Street, Cromer | 169 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | Tucker Street, Cromer | 171 yd | |
| Cromer Social Club | The Croft, Cromer | 199 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beatniks of Cromer | Shop 2, Balcony House, 1 Mount Street | 163 yd | |
| Mary Janes Fish Bar & Restaurant | 27-29 Garden Street, Cromer | 183 yd | |
| Cromer Pizza House | 36 Garden Street, Cromer | 183 yd | |
| West Street Deli Ltd | 6 West Street, Cromer | 187 yd | |
| The Bucket List | 9A Hamilton Road, Cromer | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Co Operative, 22 High Street | 166 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited - Morrisons Garage | Morrisons Garage, 1-3 Prince Of Wales Road | 271 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Holt Road, Cromer | 631 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Lidl, Holt Road | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norton Warnes Ground OVERSTRAND ROAD | grass pitches | 614 yd |
| Cromer Lawn Tennis And Squash CROMER LAWN TENNIS & SQUASH ASSOC CROMER LAWN TENNIS & SQUASH ASSOC NORWICH ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 760 yd |
| Cabbel Park EAST GROVE | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| Cromer Sports Centre NORWICH ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 919 yd |
| Cromer Academy NORWICH ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 919 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 | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 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.