Rectory Lane is in Worlingham, Beccles and in Waveney district. NR34 7RF is located in the Beccles & Worlingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Lane, Worlingham, Beccles, NR34 7RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR34 7SJ, NR34 7SE, NR34 7RR, NR34 7RT, NR34 7SF, NR34 7RS, NR34 7SL, NR34 7RL, NR34 7RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR34 7RF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.5% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48% | 48.5% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 7RF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.3% 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 | 14.4% | 22.2% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.3% | 63.3% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 19.1% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 7% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 52% | 47.5% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 35% | 37.5% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 11% | 12.5% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 15.7% | 15.9% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 12.1% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.2% | 14% | -8.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 3.2% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 18.5% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 35.7% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0.6% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98% | 98% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Lane was 22.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.0% lower than the Beccles & Worlingham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rectory Lane has the 17th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Beccles & Worlingham and the 265th lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 62.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Rectory Lane, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-05-03 | £396,702 |
| 2 Rectory Lane, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £473,750 | 2023-12-08 | £469,290 |
| 6 Rectory Lane, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2023-09-05 | £526,648 |
| Westview Rectory Lane, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £336,000 | 2020-06-26 | £398,737 |
| 23 Rectory Lane, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-10-11 | £389,096 |
NR34 7RF 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.
| Retired | 46 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worlingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Garden Lane , Worlingham NR34 7SB | 4out of 4 | 347 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beccles Primary Academy Ellough Road , NR34 7AB | 2out of 4 | 1,316 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Albert Pye Community Primary School Frederick's Road , NR34 9UL | 3out of 4 | 2,319 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensmere Infant School St Benedict's Road , NR34 9DE | 4out of 4 | 2,746 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Catholic Primary School Ringsfield Road , NR34 9PQ | 2out of 4 | 2,908 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set Beccles School Castle Hill , NR34 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,784 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Leman High School Ringsfield Road , NR34 9PG | 3out of 4 | 2,910 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superfry Fish And Chips | 23 Hillside Avenue, Worlingham | 1,044 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Worlingham C Of E Vc Primary School GARDEN LANE | grass pitches | 419 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 | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 19.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 19.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 19.2% |
| 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 | 3.8% |
| Median download speed | 30.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.12 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.