Suffolk Road is in Gorleston, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR31 0PZ is located in the Claydon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Suffolk Road, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 0PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR31 0QE, NR31 0PU, NR31 0QA, NR31 0PY, NR31 0QD, NR31 0QB, NR31 0PS, NR31 0PW, NR31 0QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR31 0PZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 51% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 NR31 0PZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.3% 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 | 43.8% | 49.3% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.2% | 26.5% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -17.7% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 14% | 14.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 7% | 5.6% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.4%) 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 | 40.1% | 33.6% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -14.8% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 34.8% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 18.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 9.4% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 5.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 NR31 0PZ this area, 32% 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 10.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.7% | 32% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.5% | 15.8% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 17.3% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.8% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 13.2% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.4% | 10.9% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -22.9% |
| Other | 6.2% | 4.1% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.2% | 97.1% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 95.9% | 96.5% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.2% | 76.7% | -16.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 37.2% | 13.5% | 23.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.9% | 37.2% | 18.7% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Suffolk Road was 105.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.8% higher than the Claydon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Suffolk Road has the 20th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Claydon and the 110th highest crime rate of 332 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Suffolk Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-11-01 | £179,810 |
| 121 Suffolk Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2023-06-09 | £86,894 |
| 65 Suffolk Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2023-03-13 | £149,925 |
| 77 Suffolk Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-10-25 | £186,169 |
| 50 Suffolk Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2019-09-30 | £182,565 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 44 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wroughton Infant Academy Beccles Road , Gorleston NR31 8AH | 3out of 4 | 534 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroughton Junior Academy Burgh Road , Gorleston NR31 8BD | 2out of 4 | 534 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroughton Junior School Burgh Road , Gorleston NR31 8BD | - not rated | 534 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroughton Infant School, Gorleston Beccles Road , Gorleston NR31 8AH | - not rated | 534 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary and St Peter Catholic Primary School East Anglian Way , Gorleston NR31 6QY | - not rated | 694 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,205 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse Middle School Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | - not rated | 1,906 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herman Middle School, Gorleston Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JL | - not rated | 2,447 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Breydon Voluntary Controlled Church of England Middle School Moorland Way , Belton NR31 9PA | - not rated | 5,037 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynn Grove Academy Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove VA High School Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | - not rated | 1,132 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oriel Specialist Mathematics & Computing College Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JJ | - not rated | 2,618 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | - not rated | 2,618 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Park Ormiston Academy Kennedy Avenue , Gorleston NR31 6TA | - not rated | 3,060 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 | 1,120 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College Church Lane , Gorleston NR31 7BQ | - not rated | 1,121 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Yarmouth College Suffolk Road , Southtown NR31 0ED | - not rated | 1,262 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community-Ed Academy Headway House , Trafalgar Road NR31 6NX | - not rated | 579 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cre8 Futures Learning Centre First Floor ABC Wharf , Southgates Road NR30 3LQ | - not rated | 1,304 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooklands Centre Magdalen Way , Eastern Area Pupil Referral Unit NR31 7BP | - not rated | 1,452 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Senior Tutorial Centre Shrublands , Magdalen Way NR31 7BP | - not rated | 1,452 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Novaturient School 22 Euston Road , NR30 1EA | - not rated | 2,907 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustines Place | Addison Road | 343 yd | |
| Kings Centre | 30 Queen Annes Road | 574 yd | |
| Cafe 63 | Cafe 63 South Beach Parade | 697 yd | |
| Betsys Burgers Ltd | 4 Middle Road West | 820 yd | |
| Jump Warehouse | Main Cross Road | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lord Nelson | 33 Trafalgar Road West | 521 yd | |
| Rich Food | 47 High Street | 728 yd | |
| Short Blue | 47 High Street | 728 yd | |
| Gorleston Social Club | High Street | 908 yd | |
| Beefeater & Premier Inn | South Beach Parade | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pops Meadow Café | Graylands, Hafreys Road | 122 yd | |
| Polished Off | Polished Off | 138 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish Bar | 59-61 Beccles Road | 183 yd | |
| Bamboo Garden | 182 Church Road | 686 yd | |
| Love Sushi also trading as The Cake Drop | 27 Battery Road | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Foods | Farm Foods Limited | 733 yd | |
| Farm Foods | High Street | 911 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southtown Common RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND SUFFOLK ROAD | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| Bwell Gym UNIT 8 UNIT 8 BESSEMER WAY | health and fitness suite | 874 yd |
| Harfries Fitness Centre (Closed) Unit 14 Unit 14 Bessemer Way | health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
| Gorleston Playing Fields SPENCER AVENUE | grass pitches | 932 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 | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 111.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.