Bradwell Avenue is in Bradwell, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR31 8HE is located in the Bradwell South and Hopton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bradwell Avenue, Bradwell, Great Yarmouth, NR31 8HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR31 8HJ, NR31 8HD, NR31 8HL, NR31 8HF, NR31 8HB, NR31 8HH, NR31 8HA, NR31 8AB, NR31 8PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR31 8HE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 53.2% | 49.8% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 46.8% | 50.2% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 19% | 26.6% | 7.6% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.2% | 48.1% | -13.1% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 9.8% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 15% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
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 | 40.5% | 32.3% | -8.2% | 48.4% | -16.1% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 38.7% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 24.3% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 11.6% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 8HE this area, 32.9% 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 12%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.8% | 32.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 14.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 13.4% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 12% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 10.6% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 15.3% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 12% | -3.1% | 33.8% | -21.8% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.7% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.3% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 98.9% | 97.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 97.9% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.8% | 13.5% | 12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 61.4% | 46.2% | 15.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bradwell Avenue was 39.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.5% lower than the Bradwell South and Hopton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bradwell Avenue has the 11th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bradwell South and Hopton and the 112th lowest crime rate of 335 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 Bradwell Avenue, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-09-27 | £174,501 |
| 65 Bradwell Avenue, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2023-09-08 | £180,672 |
| 71 Bradwell Avenue, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-05-16 | £202,769 |
| 73 Bradwell Avenue, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-01-27 | £257,040 |
| 78 Bradwell Avenue, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-03-11 | £182,276 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NR31 8HE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homefield VC CofE Primary School Homefield Avenue , Bradwell NR31 8NS | 3out of 4 | 325 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Primary School Lords Lane , Bradwell NR31 8PA | 3out of 4 | 628 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary Academy Church Walk , Bradwell NR31 8QQ | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Herman Academy Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JL | 3out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse CofE Primary Academy Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 860 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Park Ormiston Academy Kennedy Avenue , Gorleston NR31 6TA | 3out of 4 | 2,557 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 | 1,391 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 | 4,647 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 | 4,647 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shrublands Community Cafe | Magdalen Way | 887 yd | |
| Great Yarmouth & Gorleston Memory Club | Magdalen Way | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sun Inn | 154 Beccles Road | 547 yd | |
| Pub On The Shrubs Ltd | Shrublands Community Centre, Hawthorn Road | 603 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs PLC | 2 Mill Lane | 244 yd | |
| Mandarin Takeaway | 40 Homefield Avenue | 417 yd | |
| The Fish Inn | Unit 3-4 Co-Op Superstore | 904 yd | |
| The Majestic Chinese Takeaway | 101 Magdalen Way | 1,002 yd | |
| Joe's Chippy | 81 Magdalen Way | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrisons Supermarkets Limited | Blackbird Close | 931 yd | |
| East of England Co-Op | 73-75 Magdalen Way | 1,002 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Pool & Gym Widgeon Close | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 530 yd |
| Lynn Grove Academy LYNN GROVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Green Lane Playing Field GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Mill Lane Playing Fields NEPTUNE CLOSE | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Woodlands Primary Academy CHURCH WALK | grass pitches | 972 yd |
| Ormiston Venture Academy ORIEL AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,023 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 | 65 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 124.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.4 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.