Marine Parade is in Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR30 2EN is located in the Nelson electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, NR30 2EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR30 2EZ, NR30 2EX, NR30 2EP, NR30 2LX, NR30 2NE, NR30 2DA, NR30 2EL, NR30 2FG, NR30 2LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR30 2EN 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 | 46.5% | 47.4% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 53.5% | 52.6% | -0.9% | 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 2EN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.3% 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 | 51.9% | 55.3% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.7% | 19.5% | -5.2% | 44.2% | -24.7% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 4.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 16% | 18.4% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 9.3% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 | 36.9% | 40.4% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 43.4% | 36.8% | -6.6% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 16.2% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 2EN this area, 37% 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 10.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 37% | 4.9% | 18.2% | 18.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 17.7% | 5.4% | 9.6% | 8.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 12.5% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 9.4% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 10.4% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -23.4% |
| Other | 19.8% | 6.3% | -13.5% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.4% | 79.6% | -11.8% | 81.4% | -1.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0.5% | 5.2% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 3.6% |
In this area, just 45.4% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.6% | 45.4% | -16.2% | 83.2% | -37.8% |
| European Union | 33.3% | 41.4% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 35.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 7% | 6.0% | 2.7% | 4.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 45.4% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 16.2% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61.1% | 45.2% | -15.9% | 83.2% | -38.0% |
| 10+ Years | 5.6% | 16.2% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 18.7% | 20.2% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 17.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 11.1% | 11.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 9.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 7% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 27.2% | 76.7% | -49.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 17.5% | 0.5% | 17.0% |
| Lithuania | 21.9% | 0.3% | 21.6% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 4.8% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Other EU countries | 4.8% | 1.5% | 3.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marine Parade was 1059.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 260.3% higher than the Nelson average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marine Parade has the 2nd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Nelson and the 3rd highest crime rate of 332 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 654.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime House, 25 Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-03-27 | £207,256 |
| 34 Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2006-03-30 | £1,354,245 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George's Primary School & St. George's Nursery School, Great Yarmouth St Peter's Road , NR30 3BQ | 3out of 4 | 309 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Priory CofE VA Primary School and Nursery St Nicholas Road , NR30 1NL | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Primary & Nursery School Dickens Avenue , NR30 3DT | - not rated | 1,151 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Yarmouth Primary Academy and Nursery Dickens Avenue , NR30 3DT | 3out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre First School Barkis Road , NR30 3ED | - not rated | 1,229 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,151 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse Middle School Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | - not rated | 4,150 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herman Middle School, Gorleston Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JL | - not rated | 4,711 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 | 1,792 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Yarmouth Charter Academy Salisbury Road , NR30 4LS | - not rated | 1,845 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Yarmouth (VA) High School Salisbury Road , NR30 4LS | - not rated | 1,845 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove Academy Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | 3out of 4 | 3,231 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove VA High School Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | - not rated | 3,231 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 | 1,344 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College Church Lane , Gorleston NR31 7BQ | - not rated | 3,362 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College Church Lane , Gorleston NR31 7BQ | - not rated | 3,363 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 | 693 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 | 693 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cre8 Futures Learning Centre First Floor ABC Wharf , Southgates Road NR30 3LQ | - not rated | 1,023 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bure Park Specialist Academy 16a Keyes Avenue , NR30 4AE | 3out of 4 | 2,445 yd | Free schools special | No | Boys | More About School |
| Community-Ed Academy Headway House , Trafalgar Road NR31 6NX | - not rated | 2,629 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seafood Shack | Marine Parade | 21 yd | |
| All Fed Up by the Sea | Marine Parade | 75 yd | |
| Anchor Gardens Cafe | Marine Parade | 75 yd | |
| Fish and Grill | 24 Marine Parade | 127 yd | |
| Pizzeria Baleal | 42 Lancaster Road | 135 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galante Cafe Restaurant and Bar | 46 St Georges Road | 206 yd | |
| The Duke of Wellington | 37 St Peters Road | 232 yd | |
| Merlin's 147 Snooker & Pool Cl | 38 Apsley Road | 311 yd | |
| The Albion | 8 Nelson Road Central | 350 yd | |
| The Marine Hotel & Public House | 15 Marine Parade | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 32 Marine Parade | 21 yd | |
| KFC | 33 Marine Parade | 21 yd | |
| Lion & Herring Fish Bar | 30 Trafalgar Road | 94 yd | |
| Dixies Tea Stall | Unit 14 Marine Parade | 149 yd | |
| Fish Chips and More | Marina Shops | 149 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 90-92 South Market Road | 620 yd | |
| Sainsburys Great Yarmouth | St Nicholas Road | 790 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marina Leisure & Fitness Centre Marine Parade | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 76 yd |
| York Road Drill Hall (Closed) York Road | 410 yd | |
| Northdrive Tennis Courts (Closed) North Drive | tennis courts | 917 yd |
| Wellesley Recreation Ground 11-12 11-12 NORTH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 990 yd |
| St Nicholas Recreation Ground 21 THE GREAT COURT 21 THE GREAT COURT ROYAL NAVAL HOSPITAL | grass pitches | 1,003 yd |
| Beaconsfield Rec Ground SANDOWN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,077 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 | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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 | 56 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.