St Catherines Way is in Gorleston, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR31 7QA 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 St Catherines Way, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, NR31 7QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR31 7QF, NR31 7QG, NR31 7PH, NR31 7QD, NR31 7QB, NR31 7PQ, NR31 7PZ, NR31 7PG, NR31 7QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR31 7QA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.1% | 51.4% | 5.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 53.9% | 48.6% | -5.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 32.6% | 39.3% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.6% | 35.1% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 15.6% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 8.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 37.2% | 38.8% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 32.2% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 16.1% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 10.2% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
In the area around NR31 7QA this area, 28.6% 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 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 28.6% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 13.8% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 15.7% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.7% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 16.2% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 6.8% | 4.8% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 1.2% | 4.4% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 1.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.7% | 94% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 96.5% | 90.2% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.3% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 5.5% | 3.9% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 90.5% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.3% | 76.7% | -10.4% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 26.2% | 13.5% | 12.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Catherines Way was 82.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.0% lower than the Claydon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Catherines Way has the 24th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Claydon and the 132nd highest crime rate of 332 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 St Catherines Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-11-20 | £225,930 |
| 62 St Catherines Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-09-27 | £219,547 |
| 62 St Catherines Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-01-16 | £223,100 |
| 46 St Catherines Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-01-18 | £219,442 |
| 51 St Catherines Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2017-05-05 | £235,252 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peterhouse First School Peterhouse Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7PZ | - not rated | 80 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse Primary School Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | - not rated | 165 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse CofE Primary Academy Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | 3out of 4 | 190 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse CE VA Primary school Magdalen Sqaure , Gorleston NR31 7BY | - not rated | 190 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbroke Primary School Lowestoft Road , Gorleston NR31 6LZ | - not rated | 607 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peterhouse Middle School Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | - not rated | 190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herman Middle School, Gorleston Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JL | - not rated | 998 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Middle School Dickens Avenue , NR30 3DT | - not rated | 2,873 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Breydon Voluntary Controlled Church of England Middle School Moorland Way , Belton NR31 9PA | - not rated | 4,152 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oriel Specialist Mathematics & Computing College Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JJ | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Park Ormiston Academy Kennedy Avenue , Gorleston NR31 6TA | - not rated | 1,346 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Park High School Kennedy Avenue , Gorleston NR31 6TA | - not rated | 1,346 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove Academy Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lothingland Middle School Jay Lane , Lound NR32 5LL | - not rated | 5,266 yd | Community school | 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 | 661 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College Church Lane , Gorleston NR31 7BQ | - not rated | 662 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Yarmouth College Suffolk Road , Southtown NR31 0ED | - not rated | 3,021 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklands Centre Magdalen Way , Eastern Area Pupil Referral Unit NR31 7BP | - not rated | 535 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Senior Tutorial Centre Shrublands , Magdalen Way NR31 7BP | - not rated | 535 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Community-Ed Academy Headway House , Trafalgar Road NR31 6NX | - not rated | 1,388 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 | 3,081 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UET Compass Academy Bell Lane , Belton NR31 9LD | - not rated | 3,888 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalen Church | Magdalen Square | 250 yd | |
| Great Yarmouth & Gorleston Memory Club | Magdalen Way | 384 yd | |
| The Well and The Pantry ( The Shepherds Purse) | Gorleston Baptist Church, Lowestoft Road | 509 yd | |
| Shrublands Community Cafe | Magdalen Way | 537 yd | |
| PJ's Fish Shop | Springfield Road | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion Public House | 87 Lowestoft Road | 501 yd | |
| Arcadian Club | 61-69 Lowestoft Road | 502 yd | |
| The New Entertainer | 80 Pier Plain | 793 yd | |
| Oddfellows Arms Public House | 43 Cliff Hill | 797 yd | |
| Bar One | Bar One | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummies | 93 Magdalen Way | 337 yd | |
| The Majestic Chinese Takeaway | 101 Magdalen Way | 337 yd | |
| Joe's Chippy | 81 Magdalen Way | 337 yd | |
| China Garden | 132 Lowestoft Road | 429 yd | |
| Four Seasons | 57 Lowestoft Road | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-Op | 73-75 Magdalen Way | 337 yd | |
| WM Morrisons Supermarkets Limited | Blackwall Reach | 945 yd | |
| Cafe Smile | 143-146 High Street | 959 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Peterhouse C Of E Primary Academy PETERHOUSE PRIMARY SCHOOL PETERHOUSE PRIMARY SCHOOL MAGDALEN SQUARE | grass pitches | 161 yd |
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College CHURCH LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 666 yd |
| Top Body Gymnasium 26A 26A ENGLANDS LANE | health and fitness suite | 694 yd |
| Gorleston Playing Fields SPENCER AVENUE | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Ormiston Venture Academy ORIEL AVENUE | grass pitches | 975 yd |
| Ormiston Herman Academy ORIEL AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,026 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 | 63.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.