Chamberlin Close is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR3 3LP is located in the Sewell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chamberlin Close, Norwich, NR3 3LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR3 3LZ, NR3 3LY, NR3 4BW, NR3 4BY, NR3 3LS, NR3 3LF, NR3 3LQ, NR3 3LL, NR3 3LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR3 3LP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 51.9% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 46.5% | 48.1% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 30.6% | 33.5% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 43.6% | 3.0% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 8.6% | -5.3% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 10.5% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 29.9% | 35.4% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -13.0% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 39.9% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 25.5% | 19.5% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 22.9% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 9.5% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 13% | 3.0% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.1% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 16.6% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 30% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.2% | 92.2% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 93.6% | 87.3% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 6.5% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 87.9% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.2% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.7% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chamberlin Close was 71.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.8% lower than the Sewell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chamberlin Close has the 16th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Sewell and the 200th lowest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Chamberlin Close, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-06-19 | £274,227 |
| 12A Chamberlin Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-09-12 | £237,336 |
| 6 Chamberlin Close, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2016-12-19 | £279,814 |
| 14 Chamberlin Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2009-05-27 | £290,522 |
| 12A Chamberlin Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £116,950 | 2003-12-19 | £268,410 |
NR3 3LP 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 NR3 3LP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 3,756 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Road Infant School Angel Road , NR3 3HR | 3out of 4 | 576 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Angel Road Junior School Angel Road , NR3 3HS | 2out of 4 | 619 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Clements Hill Primary Academy 50 Le Safferne Gardens , NR3 4AR | - not rated | 817 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George White Junior School Silver Road , NR3 4RG | 3out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catton Grove Primary School Weston Road , NR3 3TP | 3out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 345 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 1,818 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprowston Community Academy Cannerby Lane , Sprowston NR7 8NE | 2out of 4 | 2,317 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Open Academy Salhouse Road , NR7 9DL | 2out of 4 | 2,397 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 3,028 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,371 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 | 3,631 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 | 1,517 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 2,016 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich University of the Arts Francis House , 3 - 7 Redwell Street NR2 4SN | - not rated | 2,096 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich School 71A The Close , NR1 4DD | - not rated | 2,102 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon - Norwich 76 Earlham Road , NR2 3DF | - not rated | 2,482 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Garden Norwich | 1 Waterloo Road, Norwich | 470 yd | |
| Out Of The Blue | 1 Waterloo Road, Norwich | 470 yd | |
| Leslie Terrance Plant Shop And Cafe | 128C Magdalen Road, Norwich | 497 yd | |
| Denmark Cafe | 162 Sprowston Road, Norwich | 556 yd | |
| Kofra | 1 Bell Road, Norwich | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rosebery | Lord Rosebery, 94 Rosebery Road | 368 yd | |
| Blue's NR3 @ The Rosebery | Lord Rosebery, 94 Rosebery Road | 368 yd | |
| The Whalebone | 144 Magdalen Road, Norwich | 444 yd | |
| Angel Gardens / Devil's Kitchen | The Angel Gardens, 96 Angel Road | 499 yd | |
| Prince Of Denmark Pub | 140 Sprowston Road, Norwich | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good World Chinese Takeaway | 144 Constitution Hill, Norwich | 401 yd | |
| Mega Munch And Sea World Fish Bar | 147 Magdalen Road, Norwich | 493 yd | |
| Canaries Kebab And Pizza | 9 Woodgrove Parade, Norwich | 548 yd | |
| Golden Place | 8 Woodgrove Parade, Norwich | 548 yd | |
| Chish \& Fips | 53 Angel Road, Norwich | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Foodstore | 3 Woodgrove Parade, Norwich | 548 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 40A Magdalen Road, Norwich | 876 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 279A Aylsham Road, Norwich | 959 yd | |
| Aldi | 463 Sprowston Road, Norwich | 995 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, 36 - 50 Drayton Road | 1,026 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sewell Park Academy ST. CLEMENTS HILL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 203 yd |
| Angel Road Junior School Angel Road | 500 yd | |
| Waterloo Park PENN GROVE | tennis courts | 594 yd |
| Angel Road Junior School Playing Fields Angel Road | grass pitches | 726 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.