Beccles Road is in Wheatacre, Beccles and in South Norfolk district. NR34 0BS is located in the Thurlton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beccles Road, Wheatacre, Beccles, NR34 0BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR34 0AA, NR34 0AT, NR34 0BA, NR34 0BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR34 0BS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 44.9% | 47.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 55.1% | 52.8% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 | 27.4% | 32.1% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 50.5% | -9.5% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 7.3% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 50.8% | 48.8% | -2.0% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 29.9% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 14.2% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 5.5% | 4.7% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20% | 12.8% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20% | 14.7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 12.8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.6% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14.7% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 37.6% | 11.3% | 33.8% | 3.8% |
| Other | 8.4% | 2.8% | -5.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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 Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| White | 100% | 99.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.5% | 96% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beccles Road was 70.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 175.1% higher than the Marshes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beccles Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Marshes and the 66th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.5%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonnies Bungalow Beccles Road, Beccles, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-07-23 | £145,302 |
| The Croft Beccles Road, Beccles, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2021-06-30 | £432,965 |
| Meadowlands Beccles Road, Beccles, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2020-12-16 | £150,974 |
| The Croft Beccles Road, Beccles, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-03-20 | £141,432 |
| Verdun House Beccles Road, Beccles, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2014-08-07 | £513,644 |
NR34 0BS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NR34 0BS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glebeland Community Primary School Beccles Road , Toft Monks NR34 0EW | 3out of 4 | 4,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnby and North Cove Community Primary School Beccles Road , Barnby NR34 7QB | 2out of 4 | 4,497 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerleyton Primary School The Green , Somerleyton NR32 5PT | 3out of 4 | 4,848 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worlingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Garden Lane , Worlingham NR34 7SB | 4out of 4 | 4,971 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensmere Infant School St Benedict's Road , NR34 9DE | 4out of 4 | 5,237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatacre White Lion | The White Lion, White Lion Road | 244 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 | 88.9% |
| 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.