Gildencroft is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR3 1DS is located in the Mancroft electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gildencroft, Norwich, NR3 1DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR3 3DE, NR3 3DN, NR3 3BZ, NR3 3BY, NR3 3DH, NR3 3AW, NR3 3DR, NR3 3FE, NR3 3DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR3 1DS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 48.6% | 52.1% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 51.4% | 47.9% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 NR3 1DS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% 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 | 55.8% | 45.4% | -10.4% | 37.9% | 7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 11.6% | 26.3% | 14.7% | 44.2% | -17.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 6.1% | 4.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 19.3% | 16% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 6.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 38.7% | 43.4% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 30.6% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 18.3% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.8% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 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 | 22.7% | 17.6% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8.8% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 14.5% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 14.5% | -2.6% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 39.9% | 14.5% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 90.1% | 89% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 7.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 76.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 13.1% | 8.6% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 6.8% | 6.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.1% | 76.7% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 9.7% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 6.4% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 3.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 1.3% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60% | 76.7% | -16.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Poland | 5.5% | 1.3% | 4.2% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 35.6% | 46.2% | -10.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gildencroft was 185.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.0% lower than the Mancroft average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gildencroft has the 11th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Mancroft and the 87th highest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% 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 Gildencroft, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2025-03-12 | £220,373 |
| 6 Gildencroft, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2023-09-29 | £278,352 |
| 8 Gildencroft, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-11-19 | £324,907 |
| 8 Gildencroft, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2019-12-19 | £324,068 |
| 6 Gildencroft, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2004-12-17 | £359,539 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 3,219 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magdalen Gates Primary School Bull Close Road , NR3 1NG | 3out of 4 | 662 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Angel Road Junior School Angel Road , NR3 3HS | 2out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Angel Road Infant School Angel Road , NR3 3HR | 3out of 4 | 728 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Infant School Northumberland Street , NR2 4EH | 2out of 4 | 1,158 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George White Junior School Silver Road , NR3 4RG | 3out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 608 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 1,824 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Open Academy Salhouse Road , NR7 9DL | 2out of 4 | 2,799 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hewett Academy, Norwich Cecil Road , NR1 2PL | 3out of 4 | 2,844 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School The Old Fire Station , 30 Bethel Street NR2 1NR | - not rated | 1,088 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education Ipswich Road , NR2 2LJ | - not rated | 2,334 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich University of the Arts Francis House , 3 - 7 Redwell Street NR2 4SN | - not rated | 961 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 966 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich School 71A The Close , NR1 4DD | - not rated | 1,078 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon - Norwich 76 Earlham Road , NR2 3DF | - not rated | 1,316 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parkside School, Norwich College Road , NR2 3JA | 4out of 4 | 1,825 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strands - City Saints In Action 4-7 Saturdays | St Augustines Church Hall, Gildencroft | 45 yd | |
| The Hashery | 27 St Augustines Street, Norwich | 135 yd | |
| CityGates Church Norwich / CAP Cafe | 2 - 6 Botolph Street, Norwich | 209 yd | |
| St Edmunds Society | 114 - 118 Oak Street, Norwich | 225 yd | |
| The Matthew Project | 70 - 80 Oak Street, Norwich | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Catherine Wheel | Catherine Wheel, 61 St Augustines Street | 191 yd | |
| The Talk | Oak Street, Norwich | 225 yd | |
| Norwich VR Bar | 89 Oak Street, Norwich | 249 yd | |
| Six Yard Bars @ Junkyard Market | St Marys Works, Duke Street | 273 yd | |
| White Lion | 73 Oak Street, Norwich | 308 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay Spice | 42 St Augustines Street, Norwich | 151 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 29 St Augustines Gate, Waterloo Road | 287 yd | |
| Bengal Palace | 61 Magpie Road, Norwich | 392 yd | |
| Subway | 75 Magdalen Street, Norwich | 402 yd | |
| The Fish N Chip Shop | 71 Magdalen Street, Norwich | 402 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 1 - 3 Anglia Square, Norwich | 284 yd | |
| Roys | 77 - 87 Magdalen Street, Norwich | 402 yd | |
| Farm Foods | 67 - 69 Westwick Street, Norwich | 525 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 40A Magdalen Road, Norwich | 530 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, 36 - 50 Drayton Road | 869 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Gym ST. MARYS CHURCH ST. MARYS CHURCH ST. MARYS PLAIN | health and fitness suite | 355 yd |
| Immortals Gym (Closed) Heigham Street | health and fitness suite | 559 yd |
| Angel Road Junior School Playing Fields Angel Road | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Angel Road Junior School Angel Road | 804 yd | |
| Norwich School 69-71A 69-71A THE CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 858 yd |
| The Gym (Norwich City) 6-8 6-8 LITTLE LONDON STREET | health and fitness suite | 944 yd |
| Ymca (Norwich) (Closed) 48 48 St. Giles Street | 965 yd | |
| Waterloo Park PENN GROVE | tennis courts | 1,003 yd |
| Notre Dame Prep School DEREHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,076 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.