Church Walk is in Bradwell, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR31 8QQ 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 Church Walk, Bradwell, Great Yarmouth, NR31 8QQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR31 8QF, NR31 8SH, NR31 8QG, NR31 8NX, NR31 8NZ, NR31 8QH, NR31 8QJ, NR31 8NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR31 8QQ is primarily male, with 54.2% of the population 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 | 48.2% | 45.8% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -5.2% |
| Male | 51.8% | 54.2% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 5.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR31 8QQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.5% | 22.3% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 56.2% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 12.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 10% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 40.2% | 42.8% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 39.5% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 16.4% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 1.3% | -4.2% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.8% | 23.8% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 9.2% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.2% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 16.2% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 22.3% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.7% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 99.2% | 96.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 96.1% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 10.3% | 6.0% | 4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Walk was 60.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.7% higher than the Bradwell South and Hopton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Walk has the 14th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bradwell South and Hopton and the 162nd lowest crime rate of 335 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High View Church Walk, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £740,000 | 2018-04-10 | £940,900 |
| 11 Church Walk, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2010-08-09 | £827,875 |
| 11 Church Walk, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £437,500 | 2006-03-31 | £769,340 |
| 9 Church Walk, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, a newly built property | £317,000 | 2003-04-17 | £658,004 |
| The Lodge Church Walk, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2002-08-05 | £399,429 |
NR31 8QQ 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 8QQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Mining and quarrying | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Primary Academy Church Walk , Bradwell NR31 8QQ | 3out of 4 | 167 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Primary School Lords Lane , Bradwell NR31 8PA | 3out of 4 | 466 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Homefield VC CofE Primary School Homefield Avenue , Bradwell NR31 8NS | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Herman Academy Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JL | 3out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse CofE Primary Academy Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | 3out of 4 | 2,040 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,577 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove Academy Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Park Ormiston Academy Kennedy Avenue , Gorleston NR31 6TA | 3out of 4 | 2,930 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 | 2,300 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burgh Hall | Lords Lane | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sun Inn | 154 Beccles Road | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandarin Takeaway | 40 Homefield Avenue | 561 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | 2 Mill Lane | 828 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Primary Academy CHURCH WALK | grass pitches | 0 yd |
| Green Lane Playing Field GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 224 yd |
| Mill Lane Playing Fields NEPTUNE CLOSE | grass pitches | 992 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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 | 25.0% |
| Median download speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 22.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.