El Alamein Way is in Bradwell, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR31 8SY is located in the Bradwell North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about El Alamein Way, Bradwell, Great Yarmouth, NR31 8SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR31 8HS, NR31 8HT, NR31 8SX, NR31 8TD, NR31 8RT, NR31 8TX, NR31 8RU, NR31 8PG, NR31 8TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR31 8SY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 50% | 48.1% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 50% | 51.9% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 36.8% | 37.9% | 1.1% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.4% | 46.3% | 0.9% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 10.2% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53% | 46% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 43.7% | 11.4% | 33.6% | 10.1% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 8.8% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 19.5% | 17.5% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 13.6% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.2% | 18.6% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 9% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 15.3% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 24.3% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 97% | 94.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 93.5% | 93.9% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 93.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.1% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around El Alamein Way was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bradwell North average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 El Alamein Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-11-15 | £231,793 |
| 118 El Alamein Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-07-04 | £270,290 |
| 50 El Alamein Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £357,000 | 2024-06-14 | £359,313 |
| 98 El Alamein Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-01-19 | £233,635 |
| 104 El Alamein Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-09-15 | £203,504 |
NR31 8SY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Primary School Lords Lane , Bradwell NR31 8PA | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Homefield VC CofE Primary School Homefield Avenue , Bradwell NR31 8NS | 3out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary Academy Church Walk , Bradwell NR31 8QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,385 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroughton Infant Academy Beccles Road , Gorleston NR31 8AH | 3out of 4 | 1,620 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroughton Junior Academy Burgh Road , Gorleston NR31 8BD | 1out of 4 | 1,620 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,009 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 2,288 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Park Ormiston Academy Kennedy Avenue , Gorleston NR31 6TA | 3out of 4 | 3,472 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Yarmouth Charter Academy Salisbury Road , NR30 4LS | 3out of 4 | 5,049 yd | Free schools | 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 | 1,973 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 | 4,240 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 | 4,240 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bure Park Specialist School 16a Keyes Avenue , NR30 4AE | - not rated | 5,337 yd | Free schools special | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish Inn | Unit 3-4 Co-Op Superstore | 63 yd | |
| Mandarin Takeaway | 40 Homefield Avenue | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrisons Supermarkets Limited | Blackbird Close | 240 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Lane Playing Fields NEPTUNE CLOSE | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| Phoenix Pool & Gym Widgeon Close | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 664 yd |
| Lynn Grove Academy LYNN GROVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 855 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 | 93.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.7% |
| 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 | 75.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.