Links Road is in Gorleston, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR31 6JP is located in the Gorleston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Links Road, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 6JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR31 6TP, NR31 6TS, NR31 6TR, NR31 6TW, NR31 6JW, NR31 6TL, NR31 6LB, NR31 6JR, NR31 6TE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR31 6JP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.5% | 51.7% | -3.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 44.5% | 48.3% | 3.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21% | 27.5% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 39.2% | -13.9% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 17% | 7.1% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 12.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 | 33% | 36.5% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 39.8% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 16.6% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 5.5% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.3% | 24.5% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 11.3% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 13.2% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 10.6% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.6% | 13.9% | 8.3% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 23.2% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.7% | 93.9% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 94.5% 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% | 94.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 94.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 5.5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Links Road was 15.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.9% lower than the Gorleston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Links Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Gorleston and the 31st lowest crime rate of 335 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Links Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2025-05-16 | £305,000 |
| 33 Links Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-11-01 | £434,611 |
| 9 Links Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-09-24 | £303,913 |
| 21 Links Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-08-21 | £391,597 |
| 15 Links Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2021-08-25 | £316,815 |
NR31 6JP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR31 6JP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Cliff Park Primary Academy Orde Avenue , Gorleston-on-Sea NR31 6SZ | 3out of 4 | 778 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Herman Academy Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JL | 3out of 4 | 1,848 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse CofE Primary Academy Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | 3out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbroke Primary Academy Lowestoft Road , Gorleston NR31 6LZ | 3out of 4 | 2,370 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopton Church of England Primary Academy Coast Road , Hopton-on-Sea NR31 9BT | 3out of 4 | 2,399 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 | 769 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,585 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove Academy Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | 3out of 4 | 3,326 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 | 2,639 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery Captain Manby | Sidegate Road | 583 yd | |
| JayJay's@ The beach cafe | Lower Esplanade | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gorleston Golf Club GORLESTON GOLF CLUB GORLESTON GOLF CLUB WARREN ROAD | golf | 580 yd |
| Cliff Park Academy KENNEDY AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 646 yd |
| Bwell At Gorleston (Closed) Lowestoft Road | health and fitness suite | 662 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 | 30.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.