Debnam Close is in Belton, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR31 9LN is located in the Lothingland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Yarmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Debnam Close, Belton, Great Yarmouth, NR31 9LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR31 9JH, NR31 9LR, NR31 9LP, NR31 9LW, NR31 9SP, NR31 9PS, NR31 9LS, NR31 9PD, NR31 9PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR31 9LN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 55.2% | 4.6% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 44.8% | -4.6% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 | 22.5% | 37.4% | 14.9% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 44.5% | -13.3% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 0.9% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 13.2% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 45.2% | 41.6% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 35.3% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 16% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.5% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.1% | 15.9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 12.3% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 18.1% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 8.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 20.3% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 22.5% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 99.2% | 95.5% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.3% 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% | 96.3% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 97% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.4% | 37.2% | 10.2% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Debnam Close was 25.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.7% lower than the Lothingland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Debnam Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Lothingland and the 64th lowest crime rate of 332 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Debnam Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2025-08-05 | £159,492 |
| 6 Debnam Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2024-01-25 | £208,895 |
| 25 Debnam Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-07-12 | £250,000 |
| 5 Debnam Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-06-09 | £158,589 |
| 27 Debnam Close, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £299,995 | 2023-01-20 | £287,095 |
NR31 9LN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 9LN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorlands CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School Moorland Way , Belton NR31 9PA | - not rated | 282 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands CofE Primary Academy Moorland Way , Belton NR31 9PA | - not rated | 282 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waveney Voluntary Controlled Church of England First School Bell Lane , Belton NR31 9LD | - not rated | 443 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary Academy Church Walk , Bradwell NR31 8QQ | 3out of 4 | 2,330 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School, Bradwell Church Walk , Bradwell NR31 8QQ | - not rated | 2,330 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breydon Voluntary Controlled Church of England Middle School Moorland Way , Belton NR31 9PA | - not rated | 282 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herman Middle School, Gorleston Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JL | - not rated | 3,180 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse Middle School Magdalen Square , Gorleston NR31 7BY | - not rated | 3,985 yd | Community 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 | 3,238 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | - not rated | 3,238 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove Academy Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | 3out of 4 | 4,022 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynn Grove VA High School Lynn Grove , Gorleston NR31 8AP | - not rated | 4,022 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Park Ormiston Academy Kennedy Avenue , Gorleston NR31 6TA | - not rated | 4,384 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,913 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 | 4,438 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Norfolk Sixth Form College Church Lane , Gorleston NR31 7BQ | - not rated | 4,439 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UET Compass Academy Bell Lane , Belton NR31 9LD | - not rated | 465 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooklands Centre Magdalen Way , Eastern Area Pupil Referral Unit NR31 7BP | - not rated | 4,003 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Senior Tutorial Centre Shrublands , Magdalen Way NR31 7BP | - not rated | 4,003 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horatio House Independent School Lound Campus , Church Lane NR32 5LL | - not rated | 4,932 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Community-Ed Academy Headway House , Trafalgar Road NR31 6NX | - not rated | 5,156 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binkys Cafe | 6 Bell Lane | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youngs Chinese | 4 Bell Lane | 485 yd | |
| Belton Kebab and Fish and Chips and Pizza | 60 Station Road South | 547 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moorlands C Of E Primary Academy MOORLAND WAY | grass pitches | 272 yd |
| Wild Duck Holiday Park WILD DUCK HOLIDAY PARK WILD DUCK HOLIDAY PARK HOWARDS COMMON | swimming pool | 973 yd |
| New Road Sportsfield SPORTS AND LEISURE CENTRE SPORTS AND LEISURE CENTRE BELTON NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 1,025 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 49 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 49 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.36 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.