Cumby Way is in Hopton, Great Yarmouth and in Great Yarmouth district. NR31 9TW 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 2003-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cumby Way, Hopton, Great Yarmouth, NR31 9TW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR31 9TR, NR31 9TX, NR31 9UU, NR31 9BE, NR31 9TU, NR31 9UX, NR31 9WD, NR31 9UT, NR31 9UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR31 9TW has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 49.2% | 47.9% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 50.8% | 52.1% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 23.5% | 27.2% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 47.5% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.4% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 10% | 9.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 37.5% | 38.9% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 37.6% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 19.2% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 3.4% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 9TW this area, 28.9% 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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35% | 28.9% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 10.4% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 14.4% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 16.9% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 17.9% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 5.5% | 4% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.1% | 95.7% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 95% | 97% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 96.6% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cumby Way was 40.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.0% lower than the Bradwell South and Hopton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cumby Way has the 12th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bradwell South and Hopton and the 113th lowest crime rate of 335 local areas in Great Yarmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Cumby Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-09-05 | £232,668 |
| 4 Cumby Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,500 | 2010-02-12 | £246,089 |
| 2 Cumby Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, a newly built property | £165,950 | 2005-11-02 | £284,311 |
| 4 Cumby Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £132,995 | 2005-05-18 | £224,488 |
| 1 Cumby Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Detached, a newly built property | £197,950 | 2005-03-24 | £334,826 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NR31 9TW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopton Church of England Primary Academy Coast Road , Hopton-on-Sea NR31 9BT | 3out of 4 | 546 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Cliff Park Primary Academy Orde Avenue , Gorleston-on-Sea NR31 6SZ | 3out of 4 | 2,828 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School The Street , Corton NR32 5HW | 3out of 4 | 3,555 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blundeston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Road , Blundeston NR32 5AX | 3out of 4 | 3,651 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Herman Academy Oriel Avenue , Gorleston NR31 7JL | 3out of 4 | 3,944 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Park Ormiston Academy Kennedy Avenue , Gorleston NR31 6TA | 3out of 4 | 2,832 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Venture Academy Oriel Avenue , Great Yarmouth NR31 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 3,681 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 5,188 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 | 4,794 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopton Holiday Village Garden Restaurant | Warren Road | 622 yd | |
| Lound Plant Centre | Jay Lane, Lound | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Hart | Lowestoft Road | 212 yd | |
| The Turnstone | Station Road | 264 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candi's | Warren Road | 594 yd | |
| The Windmill | Warren Road | 594 yd | |
| Hopton Court Burger Van | Hopton Court Burger Van | 671 yd | |
| Stardust Chip Shop | Stardust Chip Shop | 671 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hopton-On-Sea Village Hall STATION ROAD | 189 yd | |
| Hopton Playing Field FIELD VIEW FIELD VIEW LOWESTOFT ROAD | grass pitches | 312 yd |
| Hopton Holiday Village HOPTON HOLIDAY VILLAGE HOPTON HOLIDAY VILLAGE WARREN ROAD | swimming pool | 624 yd |
| Palms Health & Fitness Club COAST ROAD | golf, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 733 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.