Beach Road is in Gorleston, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR31 6BH is located in the St Andrews electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beach Road, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 6BH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR31 6BJ, NR31 6BZ, NR31 6DG, NR31 6BL, NR31 6DA, NR31 6BD, NR31 6BF, NR31 6AB, NR31 6QR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR31 6BH 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 | 47.2% | 50.5% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.8% | 49.5% | -3.3% | 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 NR31 6BH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% 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 | 40.1% | 44.4% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 29.6% | -8.9% | 44.2% | -14.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 16% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 48.4% | 34.8% | -13.6% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 39.8% | 9.7% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 17.4% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 25.6% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 15.2% | -7.4% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 16% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 6.8% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 14.8% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 16.8% | -0.3% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.2% | 98% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 94.9% | 93.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 94.3% | 93.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.3% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.1% | 76.7% | -7.6% |
| Portugal | 3.4% | 0.5% | 2.9% |
| Lithuania | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.8% | 37.2% | 17.6% |
| Christian | 38.5% | 46.2% | -7.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beach Road was 164.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 201.0% higher than the Gorleston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beach Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Gorleston and the 67th highest crime rate of 335 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2022-04-22 | £145,419 |
| 12 Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2019-11-11 | £145,744 |
| 9 Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2018-12-14 | £220,392 |
| 15 Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-06-28 | £164,246 |
| 12 Beach Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2016-06-03 | £134,623 |
NR31 6BH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stradbroke Primary Academy Lowestoft Road , Gorleston NR31 6LZ | 3out of 4 | 300 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse CofE Primary Academy Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | 3out of 4 | 899 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary and St Peter Catholic Primary School East Anglian Way , Gorleston NR31 6QY | 2out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Cliff Park Primary Academy Orde Avenue , Gorleston-on-Sea NR31 6SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroughton Infant Academy Beccles Road , Gorleston NR31 8AH | 3out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Park Ormiston Academy Kennedy Avenue , Gorleston NR31 6TA | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove Academy Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,857 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 848 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 | 4,419 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 | 4,419 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambas Seafood & Grill | 4-5 Beach Road | 2 yd | |
| Playstax and Teds Town | Englands Lane | 200 yd | |
| The Shed | 12-17 Quay Road | 281 yd | |
| Mr Simon Wainwright | SW1 7 Quay Road | 281 yd | |
| Storm House Café | Storm House Cafe | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oddfellows Arms Public House | 43 Cliff Hill | 55 yd | |
| Bar One | Bar One | 119 yd | |
| The New Entertainer | 80 Pier Plain | 210 yd | |
| Belle Vue Inn | 11 Quay Road | 281 yd | |
| Arcadian Club | 61-69 Lowestoft Road | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test Me Kebab Pizza | 64 Cliff Hill | 59 yd | |
| Bad Boyz Kitchens | 1 Pier Walk | 119 yd | |
| Gorleston Pizza and Kebab House | 34 Bells Road | 233 yd | |
| Tonys Fish Bar | 81 Lower Cliff Road | 236 yd | |
| Embassy China | 1-2 Pier Gardens | 347 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrisons Supermarkets Limited | Blackwall Reach | 569 yd | |
| Cafe Smile | 143-146 High Street | 699 yd | |
| Farm Foods | High Street | 894 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Top Body Gymnasium 26A 26A ENGLANDS LANE | health and fitness suite | 243 yd |
| Gorleston Clifftops Marine Parade | tennis courts | 927 yd |
| Peterhouse C Of E Primary Academy PETERHOUSE PRIMARY SCHOOL PETERHOUSE PRIMARY SCHOOL MAGDALEN SQUARE | grass pitches | 986 yd |
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College CHURCH LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 989 yd |
| Gorleston Playing Fields SPENCER AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,033 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 | 93.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.8% |
| 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 | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.