Crossways is in Ormesby, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR29 3JZ is located in the Ormesby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crossways, Ormesby, Great Yarmouth, NR29 3JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR29 3RP, NR29 3SA, NR29 3JY, NR29 3RJ, NR29 3RN, NR29 3GY, NR29 3RH, NR29 3SB, NR29 3RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR29 3JZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.6% | 0.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NR29 3JZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% 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 | 21.7% | 22.7% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 57.7% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 7.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 9.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 45.8% | 43% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 29.5% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 20.1% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.5% | 22.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.6% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 10.9% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 12.7% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 7.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 18.6% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 20.9% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 6% | 5.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.9% | 95.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crossways was 62.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.8% higher than the East Flegg average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crossways has the 6th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in East Flegg and the 166th highest crime rate of 335 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% 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 Crossways, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-02-26 | £256,932 |
| 2 Crossways, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2012-09-11 | £321,763 |
| 2A Crossways, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2006-08-07 | £376,346 |
| 2A Crossways, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £25,500 | 2000-02-25 | £105,378 |
| 4 Crossways, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £54,500 | 1998-07-31 | £250,960 |
NR29 3JZ 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 NR29 3JZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormesby Village Infant School Spruce Avenue , Ormesby St Margaret NR29 3RY | 3out of 4 | 195 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormesby Village Junior School North Road , Ormesby St Margaret NR29 3LA | 3out of 4 | 283 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hemsby Primary School School Loke , Hemsby NR29 4LH | 3out of 4 | 2,640 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Filby Primary School Thrigby Road , Filby NR29 3HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,408 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rollesby Primary School Main Road , Rollesby NR29 5EH | 3out of 4 | 4,133 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caister Academy Windsor Road , Caister-on-Sea NR30 5LS | 3out of 4 | 4,036 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Grant School, Caister-on-Sea St George's Drive , Caister-on-Sea NR30 5QW | 4out of 4 | 3,195 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planet Spice | 2 Filby Lane | 186 yd | |
| Ormesby Village Centre | 5 Station Road | 270 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farmers | 10 West Road | 33 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Sage | 2 Wapping | 64 yd | |
| Ormesby Traditional Fish & Chips | The Green | 240 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 13 North Road | 67 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.