Key & Castle Yard is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR3 3RU is located in the Mancroft electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Key & Castle Yard, Norwich, NR3 3RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR3 3BP, NR3 3AN, NR3 3AY, NR3 3DN, NR3 3DG, NR3 3AW, NR3 3DQ, NR3 3AQ, NR3 3HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR3 3RU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.5% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.5% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 3RU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.6% 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 | 53.5% | 60.6% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 22.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.2% | 16% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -28.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 13.6% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 5.2% | -6.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (67.8%) 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 | 31.4% | 34% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 33.8% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 16.4% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 13.3% | 11.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 7.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 | 30.6% | 22% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 6.8% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 10.8% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 25.2% | 11.4% | 16.9% | 8.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 28.2% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 89.2% | 90.4% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 85.5% 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 | 88.6% | 85.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 6.6% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.3% | 85.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 8.4% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 2.8% | -3.5% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.3% | 37.2% | 13.1% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Key & Castle Yard was 350.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 227.8% higher than the Lakenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Key & Castle Yard has the 17th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Lakenham and the 32nd highest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 191.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Key & Castle Yard, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £77,500 | 2006-04-25 | £115,694 |
NR3 3RU 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 student residents living in NR3 3RU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 83 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 68 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Other | 25 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 2,961 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Road Junior School Angel Road , NR3 3HS | 2out of 4 | 872 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Angel Road Infant School Angel Road , NR3 3HR | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Infant School Northumberland Street , NR2 4EH | 2out of 4 | 903 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magdalen Gates Primary School Bull Close Road , NR3 1NG | 3out of 4 | 928 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wensum Junior School Turner Road , NR2 4HB | 3out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 712 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 1,855 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hewett Academy, Norwich Cecil Road , NR1 2PL | 3out of 4 | 2,784 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Norwich 299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP | 2out of 4 | 3,012 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 | 1,065 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 | 2,256 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 703 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich University of the Arts Francis House , 3 - 7 Redwell Street NR2 4SN | - not rated | 1,073 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon - Norwich 76 Earlham Road , NR2 3DF | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich School 71A The Close , NR1 4DD | - not rated | 1,230 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parkside School, Norwich College Road , NR2 3JA | 4out of 4 | 1,586 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmunds Society | 114 - 118 Oak Street, Norwich | 60 yd | |
| The Matthew Project | 70 - 80 Oak Street, Norwich | 197 yd | |
| Strands - City Saints In Action 4-7 Saturdays | St Augustines Church Hall, Gildencroft | 302 yd | |
| Hartys Diner | 61 - 63 Heigham Street, Norwich | 346 yd | |
| The Hashery | 27 St Augustines Street, Norwich | 394 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Talk | Oak Street, Norwich | 60 yd | |
| Norwich VR Bar | 89 Oak Street, Norwich | 98 yd | |
| White Lion | 73 Oak Street, Norwich | 237 yd | |
| Six Yard Bars @ Junkyard Market | St Marys Works, Duke Street | 345 yd | |
| The Catherine Wheel | Catherine Wheel, 61 St Augustines Street | 381 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay Spice | 42 St Augustines Street, Norwich | 344 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 29 St Augustines Gate, Waterloo Road | 419 yd | |
| Greggs | 41 Barker Street, Norwich | 528 yd | |
| City Hut Peri Peri Cafe Grill | 8 Dereham Road, Norwich | 581 yd | |
| Crown Pizza And Chicken | 71 Dereham Road, Norwich | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Foods | 67 - 69 Westwick Street, Norwich | 399 yd | |
| Iceland | 1 - 3 Anglia Square, Norwich | 535 yd | |
| Norwich Shopper | 3 - 5 Distillery Square, Norwich | 643 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | 58 - 62 Dereham Road, Norwich | 649 yd | |
| Roys | 77 - 87 Magdalen Street, Norwich | 650 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Immortals Gym (Closed) Heigham Street | health and fitness suite | 321 yd |
| Phoenix Gym ST. MARYS CHURCH ST. MARYS CHURCH ST. MARYS PLAIN | health and fitness suite | 335 yd |
| Angel Road Junior School Playing Fields Angel Road | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Notre Dame Prep School DEREHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 810 yd |
| Ymca (Norwich) (Closed) 48 48 St. Giles Street | 877 yd | |
| Angel Road Junior School Angel Road | 956 yd | |
| The Gym (Norwich City) 6-8 6-8 LITTLE LONDON STREET | health and fitness suite | 978 yd |
| Norwich School 69-71A 69-71A THE CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,022 yd |
| Waterloo Park PENN GROVE | tennis courts | 1,043 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 | 52.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.