Howard Street North is in Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR30 1PF is located in the Central and Northgate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Howard Street North, Great Yarmouth, NR30 1PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR30 1PJ, NR30 1LE, NR30 1EJ, NR30 1PE, NR30 1NA, NR30 1JN, NR30 1PL, NR30 1LF, NR30 1NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR30 1PF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 48.8% | 47.4% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 51.2% | 52.6% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 NR30 1PF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.2% 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 | 57.2% | 60.2% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 22.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.6% | 19% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -25.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 18% | 15.2% | -2.8% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.2% | 42.8% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 28.9% | -5.0% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 18.5% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 7.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 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 NR30 1PF this area, 35.2% 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 13.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.9% | 35.2% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 17.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 17.9% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 8.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 13.3% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 9.2% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 13.8% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -20.0% |
| Other | 13.4% | 6.5% | -6.9% | 2.8% | 3.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 2.5% | 2.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 3.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 95% | 80.4% | -14.6% | 81.4% | -1.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.5% | 4.3% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
In this area, 62.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 62.2% | -24.0% | 83.2% | -21.0% |
| European Union | 9.7% | 24.6% | 14.9% | 6.1% | 18.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 5.4% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 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 | 85.9% | 62.2% | -23.7% | 83.2% | -21.0% |
| 10+ Years | 4.7% | 10.4% | 5.7% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 10.4% | 7.8% | 2.9% | 7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 8.9% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 6.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 8% | 5.7% | 1.9% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 42.3% | 76.7% | -34.4% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 12.8% | 0.5% | 12.3% |
| Lithuania | 6.5% | 0.3% | 6.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 28% | 13.5% | 14.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.7% | 37.2% | 11.5% |
| Christian | 38.3% | 46.2% | -7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howard Street North was 1044.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 264.2% higher than the Central and Northgate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Howard Street North has the 2nd highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Central and Northgate and the 4th highest crime rate of 335 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 524.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Howard Street North, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-11-03 | £135,871 |
| 4 Howard Street North, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2007-08-17 | £176,679 |
NR30 1PF area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Other | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 30 |
| Unemployed | 30 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 47 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas Priory CofE VA Primary School St Nicholas Road , NR30 1NL | 3out of 4 | 378 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cobholm Primary Academy Mill Road , Cobholm NR31 0BA | 2out of 4 | 656 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southtown Primary School Tamworth Lane , Southtown NR31 0HJ | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate Primary School Northgate Street , NR30 1BP | - not rated | 1,112 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Primary & Nursery School, Great Yarmouth St Peter's Road , NR30 3BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,206 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Yarmouth Charter Academy Salisbury Road , NR30 4LS | 3out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove Academy Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | 3out of 4 | 3,328 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 5,171 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Caister Academy Windsor Road , Caister-on-Sea NR30 5LS | 3out of 4 | 5,376 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College Church Lane , Gorleston NR31 7BQ | - not rated | 3,785 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novaturient School 22 Euston Road , NR30 1EA | - not rated | 997 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Visiting Teacher Service East at Education Services Centre 22 Euston Road , North Drive NR30 1EA | - not rated | 997 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bure Park Specialist School 16a Keyes Avenue , NR30 4AE | - not rated | 1,834 yd | Free schools special | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linda's takeaway | Jim the Butchers | 100 yd | |
| Indian Food Club | 1-2 Market Place | 129 yd | |
| The Place Cafe | The Place Cafe | 142 yd | |
| Market Row Kitchen | 30 Market Row | 144 yd | |
| Mark's Pantry | 34 Market Row | 144 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| David & Vanessa Staff | 17 Market Place | 112 yd | |
| Tombstone Saloon | 6 George Street | 138 yd | |
| Gabby | 5 George Street | 138 yd | |
| St Johns Head | 58 North Quay | 223 yd | |
| Theatre Tavern | 10 Theatre Plain | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| German Doner Kebab | 19 Market Place | 122 yd | |
| Mr Wrap | Stall 19, Market Place | 122 yd | |
| Curly | Stall 8 Market Place | 129 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 16 Market Place | 133 yd | |
| Kolis Café | Stall 3 Market Place | 139 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | North Quay | 300 yd | |
| Sainsburys Great Yarmouth | St Nicholas Road | 421 yd | |
| Iceland | 90-92 South Market Road | 461 yd | |
| Asda Great Yarmouth | Vauxhall Station | 672 yd | |
| Tesco | Pasteur Way | 708 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Legends Fitness Academy STEAM MILL LANE | health and fitness suite | 383 yd |
| York Road Drill Hall (Closed) York Road | 805 yd | |
| Wellesley Recreation Ground 11-12 11-12 NORTH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 951 yd |
| Cobholm Recreation Ground | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Beaconsfield Rec Ground SANDOWN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,034 yd |
| Northdrive Tennis Courts (Closed) North Drive | tennis courts | 1,054 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 | 52.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 52.6% |
| 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 | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.