Rectory Road is in Stockton, Beccles and in South Norfolk district. NR34 0HE is located in the Loddon & Chedgrave electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Road, Stockton, Beccles, NR34 0HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR34 0HE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.8% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.2% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 NR34 0HE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% 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% | 25.5% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 58.4% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 8.1% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 6.2% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 44.3% | 42.6% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 37.9% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 16.4% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 21.3% | 22.7% | 1.4% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 8% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 14.1% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 16% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.4% | 31.3% | -9.1% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.1% | 96.9% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.5% |
| Arab | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 97.7% | 96.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Road was 53.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.2% higher than the Marshes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rectory Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Marshes and the 109th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 66.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forge End Rectory Road, Beccles, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-01-17 | £484,839 |
| Forge End Rectory Road, Beccles, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2008-06-25 | £466,047 |
| Forge End Rectory Road, Beccles, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 1998-08-10 | £421,634 |
NR34 0HE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 0HE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Retired | 48 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gillingham St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy The Boundaries , Geldeston Road NR34 0HT | 3out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellingham VC Primary School Church Road , Ellingham NR35 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,246 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensmere Infant School St Benedict's Road , NR34 9DE | 4out of 4 | 4,520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebeland Community Primary School Beccles Road , Toft Monks NR34 0EW | 3out of 4 | 4,801 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Catholic Primary School Ringsfield Road , NR34 9PQ | 2out of 4 | 4,965 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir John Leman High School Ringsfield Road , NR34 9PG | 3out of 4 | 5,337 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turnstone House School Birtwick Park , Old Bungay Road NR35 2HP | - not rated | 2,370 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avocet House The Old Vicarage , School Lane NR14 6QP | - not rated | 4,927 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | Norwich Road, Gillingham | 22 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Mcdonalds Restaurant, Norwich Road | 22 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.