Southwold Road is in Wrentham, Beccles and in Waveney district. NR34 7JE is located in the Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southwold Road, Wrentham, Beccles, NR34 7JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR34 7BP, NR34 7JF, NR34 7JG, NR34 7HE, NR34 7JQ, NR34 7HF, NR34 7JR, NR34 7FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR34 7JE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 32.3% | 28.8% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 47.7% | 4.2% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 12.6% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 6.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 39.5% | 37.8% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 43.1% | 39.8% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 16.7% | 3.8% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 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.
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 18.9% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 10.8% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 17.6% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.9% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 23.4% | 14.4% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 20.7% | -2.6% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
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% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.2% | 95.5% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 95.6% | 94.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 4% | 3.6% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 94.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southwold Road was 12.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.1% lower than the Halesworth & Blything average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Southwold Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Halesworth & Blything and the 134th lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 42.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Southwold Road, Beccles, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-04-01 | £225,000 |
| 7 Southwold Road, Beccles, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2022-07-27 | £328,969 |
| Willow Cottage, 73 Southwold Road, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £880,000 | 2022-07-22 | £847,772 |
| 55 Southwold Road, Beccles, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-02-09 | £254,886 |
| 3 Southwold Road, Beccles, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2021-08-06 | £246,824 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NR34 7JE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reydon Primary School Jermyns Road , Reydon IP18 6QB | 3out of 4 | 5,353 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Old School Toad Row , Henstead NR34 7LG | - not rated | 3,884 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Dog Deli Wrentham | Crossways, 1 Chapel Road | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adnams - Five Bells | Five Bells Inn, Southwold Road | 134 yd | |
| Horse And Groom | London Road, Wrentham | 488 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrentham Chinese | 2 High Street, Wrentham | 437 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wrentham Playing Field LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 641 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 | 57.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.6% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.