North Quay is in Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR30 1PU 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 North Quay, Great Yarmouth, NR30 1PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR29 4JP, NR30 1JY, NR30 1AA, NR30 1JX, NR30 1JZ, NR30 1JU, NR30 1PZ, NR30 1PY, NR30 1PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR30 1PU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 53.1% | 47.1% | -6.0% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 46.9% | 52.9% | 6.0% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 NR30 1PU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46% 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 | 41.6% | 46% | 4.4% | 37.9% | 8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29% | 27.4% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -16.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 17.7% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 8.6% |
| Widowed | 11% | 3.6% | -7.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 34.5% | 29.2% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -19.2% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 43.2% | 9.0% | 33.6% | 9.6% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 17.9% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 8.6% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 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.
In the area around NR30 1PU this area, 33.6% 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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40% | 33.6% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 15.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 16.2% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 15% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.5% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 11.7% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.1% | 15% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 9% | 4% | -5.0% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 2.5% | 3.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 94.5% | 86.8% | -7.7% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 65.4% 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 | 80.1% | 65.4% | -14.7% | 83.2% | -17.8% |
| European Union | 15.6% | 26.8% | 11.2% | 6.1% | 20.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 0.7% | -2.6% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| 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 | 79.8% | 65.7% | -14.1% | 83.2% | -17.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 12.5% | 11.5% | 9.8% | 2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.7% | 8.1% | -2.6% | 2.2% | 5.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 39.8% | 76.7% | -36.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 12% | 0.5% | 11.5% |
| Lithuania | 10% | 0.3% | 9.7% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 27.8% | 13.5% | 14.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Quay was 589.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 112.7% higher than the Central and Northgate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Quay has the 3rd highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Central and Northgate and the 6th highest crime rate of 332 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 260.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Swan Public House, 1 North Quay, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £194,700 | 2018-09-14 | £221,471 |
The percentage of student residents living in NR30 1PU 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas Priory CofE VA Primary School and Nursery St Nicholas Road , NR30 1NL | 3out of 4 | 378 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate Primary School Northgate Street , NR30 1BP | - not rated | 688 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate Primary School, Great Yarmouth Northgate Street , NR30 1BP | - not rated | 688 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cobholm Primary School Mill Road , Cobholm NR31 0BA | - not rated | 942 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cobholm Primary Academy Mill Road , Cobholm NR31 0BA | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Middle School Dickens Avenue , NR30 3DT | - not rated | 2,296 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse Middle School Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | - not rated | 4,975 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herman Middle School, Gorleston Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JL | - not rated | 5,379 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,127 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Yarmouth Charter Academy Salisbury Road , NR30 4LS | - not rated | 1,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Yarmouth (VA) High School Salisbury Road , NR30 4LS | - not rated | 1,226 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove Academy Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | 3out of 4 | 3,751 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove VA High School Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | - not rated | 3,751 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Yarmouth College Suffolk Road , Southtown NR31 0ED | - not rated | 1,845 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College Church Lane , Gorleston NR31 7BQ | - not rated | 4,203 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College Church Lane , Gorleston NR31 7BQ | - not rated | 4,204 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 | 968 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 | 968 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bure Park Specialist Academy 16a Keyes Avenue , NR30 4AE | 3out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Free schools special | No | Boys | More About School |
| Cre8 Futures Learning Centre First Floor ABC Wharf , Southgates Road NR30 3LQ | - not rated | 1,842 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Community-Ed Academy Headway House , Trafalgar Road NR31 6NX | - not rated | 3,595 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noble House | 24-25 Northgate Street | 176 yd | |
| Jessie's | 22 Northgate Street | 183 yd | |
| The Wanger | 49 Northgate Street | 251 yd | |
| Variety Food Store | 199 Northgate Street | 276 yd | |
| Brewers Fayre | Runham Road | 319 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Arms | 229 Northgate Street | 208 yd | |
| Coach and Horses Public House | 196/7 Northgate St | 266 yd | |
| Lacon Arms | 172 Alderson Road | 327 yd | |
| Sportsmans Arms | 83-84 Northgate Street | 382 yd | |
| David & Vanessa Staff | 17 Market Place | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Fish Bar | 1a Fullers Hill | 238 yd | |
| Royal Kebab | 204 Northgate Street | 263 yd | |
| PJ's | 202 Northgate Street | 266 yd | |
| McDonald's | Vauxhall Station | 277 yd | |
| Windmill Chinese | 190 Northgate Street | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | North Quay | 228 yd | |
| Asda Great Yarmouth | Vauxhall Station | 386 yd | |
| Sainsburys Great Yarmouth | St Nicholas Road | 604 yd | |
| Iceland | 90-92 South Market Road | 762 yd | |
| Tesco | Pasteur Way | 1,088 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Legends Fitness Academy STEAM MILL LANE | health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Wellesley Recreation Ground 11-12 11-12 NORTH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 905 yd |
| Beaconsfield Rec Ground SANDOWN ROAD | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| Northdrive Tennis Courts (Closed) North Drive | tennis courts | 1,057 yd |
| Cobholm Recreation Ground | grass pitches | 1,078 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.