Suckling Avenue is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR3 2SY is located in the Mile Cross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Suckling Avenue, Norwich, NR3 2SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR3 2SZ, NR3 2SH, NR3 2QQ, NR3 2QG, NR3 2SD, NR3 2QF, NR3 2RR, NR3 2SB, NR3 2SG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR3 2SY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% of residents 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 | 49.2% | 48.1% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 50.8% | 51.9% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 2SY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% 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 | 32.8% | 42.7% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 39.6% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 12.3% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 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 | 34.8% | 38% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 33.7% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 18.9% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 7% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around NR3 2SY this area, 28.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.8% | 28.4% | -19.4% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 14% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 15.8% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.8% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 15.1% | 9.2% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.9% | 18.5% | 12.6% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 90% | -7.2% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
In this area, 88.1% 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 | 93.2% | 88.1% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 88.1% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.9% | 4.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | 1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.3% | 76.7% | -13.4% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.6% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Suckling Avenue was 49.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.0% lower than the Mile Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Suckling Avenue has the 7th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Mile Cross and the 145th lowest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Suckling Avenue, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2024-01-18 | £242,937 |
| 30 Suckling Avenue, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-05-10 | £201,802 |
| 20 Suckling Avenue, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2017-09-28 | £224,576 |
| 31 Suckling Avenue, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2013-10-11 | £235,101 |
| 31 Suckling Avenue, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2009-07-15 | £264,600 |
The percentage of student residents living in NR3 2SY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 2,952 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mile Cross Primary School Braiser Road , Mile Cross NR3 2QU | 4out of 4 | 310 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Catton Grove Primary School Weston Road , NR3 3TP | 3out of 4 | 782 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heather Avenue Infant School Heather Avenue , Hellesdon NR6 6LT | 4out of 4 | 798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinsale Junior School Kinsale Avenue , Hellesdon NR6 5SG | 3out of 4 | 1,384 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinsale Infant School Kinsale Avenue , Hellesdon NR6 5SG | 3out of 4 | 1,384 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 3out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 1,947 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 2,925 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprowston Community Academy Cannerby Lane , Sprowston NR7 8NE | 2out of 4 | 3,701 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Norwich 299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP | 2out of 4 | 3,703 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,324 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 | 4,433 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall School St Faith's Road , Old Catton NR6 7AD | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Include School Norfolk 27 Hurricane Way , Airport Industrial Estate NR6 6HE | - not rated | 1,993 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 2,392 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon - Norwich 76 Earlham Road , NR2 3DF | - not rated | 2,868 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Banks House School 55a Norwich Road , NR5 0EQ | - not rated | 3,105 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dessert Lounge Norwich | 6 Aylsham Crescent, Norwich | 401 yd | |
| Escape | 3 Aylsham Crescent, Norwich | 402 yd | |
| Queen Waffle | 288A Aylsham Road, Norwich | 751 yd | |
| High Altitude | 91 Whiffler Road, Norwich | 798 yd | |
| David Lloyd Clubs Norwich | Drayton High Road, Hellesdon | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boundary | Boundary Tavern, 414 Aylsham Road | 270 yd | |
| Whiffler Public House | Boundary Road, Hellesdon | 328 yd | |
| The Windmill | 211 Aylsham Road, Norwich | 826 yd | |
| Mecca Bingo | Mecca Bingo Club, 285 Aylsham Road | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa John's | 321C Aylsham Road, Norwich | 253 yd | |
| Evergreen Chinese Takeaway | 315 Aylsham Road, Norwich | 279 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 319 Aylsham Road, Norwich | 279 yd | |
| Love Thy Burger | 351 Aylsham Road, Norwich | 317 yd | |
| Vittos Pizza | 349A Aylsham Road, Norwich | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Foodstore | 321D Aylsham Road, Norwich | 279 yd | |
| Lidl | 295 Aylsham Road, Norwich | 481 yd | |
| Cheerful Links | 1 - 3 Whiffler Road, Norwich | 785 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 279A Aylsham Road, Norwich | 826 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norman Centre Bignold Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 415 yd |
| Feel Good Health Club (Mercure Norwich Hotel) 121-131 121-131 BOUNDARY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 616 yd |
| Catton Grove Primary School WESTON ROAD | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| David Lloyd (Norwich) DRAYTON HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool, tennis courts | 944 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 189.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.