Vicarage Close is in Potter Heigham, Great Yarmouth and in North Norfolk district. NR29 5LE is located in the Hickling electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vicarage Close, Potter Heigham, Great Yarmouth, NR29 5LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR29 5LQ, NR29 5LW, NR29 5FB, NR29 5LF, NR29 5AD, NR29 5LG, NR29 5HT, NR29 5LD, NR29 5LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR29 5LE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 52.2% | 53.1% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 47.8% | 46.9% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 26.9% | 33% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 42.3% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -1.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 12.6% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 8.8% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.8% | 34.3% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -14.1% |
| Good health | 35% | 31.4% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 19% | 22% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 9.3% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 9% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.1% | 25.5% | -16.6% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 15.7% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 9.3% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 18.1% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 14.8% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4.6% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 97.3% | 99.2% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 99.2% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.6% | 76.7% | -8.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 31% | 13.5% | 17.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vicarage Close was 8.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.5% lower than the Hickling average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Vicarage Close has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hickling and the 20th lowest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Vicarage Cottage Vicarage Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2026-02-27 | £162,000 |
| 13 Vicarage Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2026-02-03 | £220,000 |
| 10 Vicarage Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-04-16 | £239,544 |
| 1 Vicarage Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-10-25 | £208,041 |
| 13 Vicarage Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2022-09-15 | £211,329 |
NR29 5LE 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 5LE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potter Heigham First School School Road , Potter Heigham NR29 5LW | - not rated | 110 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludham Primary School and Nursery School Road , Ludham NR29 5QN | 3out of 4 | 2,902 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Catfield CofE Primary Academy School Lane , Catfield NR29 5DA | 2out of 4 | 3,770 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Catfield Voluntary Controlled CofE Primary School School Lane , Catfield NR29 5DA | - not rated | 3,770 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Martham Foundation Primary School and Nursery Black Street , Martham NR29 4PR | - not rated | 4,498 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 | 4,404 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 | 5,018 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Flegg High Ormiston Academy Somerton Road , Martham NR29 4QD | - not rated | 5,018 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Flegg High School Somerton Road , Martham NR29 4QD | - not rated | 5,018 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 Falgate Inn | Falgate Inn, Ludham Road | 494 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 | 52.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.