Beach Road is in Winterton On Sea, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR29 4AJ is located in the East Flegg electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beach Road, Winterton On Sea, Great Yarmouth, NR29 4AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR29 4AS, NR29 4BE, NR29 4BG, NR29 4DD, NR29 4AT, NR29 4BD, NR29 4DE, NR29 4BL, NR29 4AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR29 4AJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 55.7% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 46.1% | 44.3% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -4.7% |
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 | 28.3% | 23.7% | -4.6% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 43.5% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 13.6% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 15.3% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 9.2% |
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 | 39.7% | 33% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 40.2% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 20.1% | 7.0% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 25.3% | 16.2% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 11.7% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.8% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 27.4% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 6% | 7.8% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 5.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 99% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 97% | 97.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beach Road was 26.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.1% lower than the East Flegg average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Beach Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in East Flegg and the 76th lowest crime rate of 332 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossways Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-09-13 | £289,395 |
| Lyndon Villa Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2022-04-08 | £293,703 |
| Fish Bar Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2022-04-07 | £522,603 |
| Beatrice Cottage Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-12-16 | £265,544 |
| Crossways Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2020-04-01 | £290,451 |
NR29 4AJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NR29 4AJ 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 4AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winterton Primary School Black Street , Winterton-on-Sea NR29 4AP | - not rated | 291 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winterton Primary School and Nursery Black Street , Winterton-on-Sea NR29 4AP | 2out of 4 | 295 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hemsby Primary School School Loke , Hemsby NR29 4LH | 3out of 4 | 2,370 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Martham First School and Nursery School Road , Martham NR29 4PX | - not rated | 4,497 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Martham Foundation Primary School and Nursery Black Street , Martham NR29 4PR | - not rated | 4,662 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Flegg Middle Foundation School Black Street , Martham NR29 4PR | - not rated | 4,757 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flegg High School Somerton Road , Martham NR29 4QD | - not rated | 3,921 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Flegg High Ormiston Academy Somerton Road , Martham NR29 4QD | - not rated | 3,921 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Flegg High School Somerton Road , Martham NR29 4QD | - not rated | 3,921 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tea Room Poppys at Winterton on Sea | Poppys At Winterton On Sea | 0 yd | |
| Highwayman Restaurant | Hermanus Drive | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darrin Winter | The Lane | 163 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winterton Sports Field Somerton Road | grass pitches | 658 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 | 21.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 21.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 21.1% |
| 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.