Church Close is in Wangford, Beccles and in Waveney district. NR34 8RQ 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 Church Close, Wangford, Beccles, NR34 8RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR34 8RF, NR34 8RN, NR34 8RG, NR34 8RE, NR34 8RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR34 8RQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.4% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.6% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 24.4% | 29% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 48.2% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 6.7% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 4.5% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 6.7% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 8.5% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35% | 35.6% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 36% | 29.6% | -6.4% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 25.9% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 13.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 7.4% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 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 NR34 8RQ this area, 28.6% 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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.6% | 28.6% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.4% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.5% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 11.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.9% | 21% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 7.3% | 3.6% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.9% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 97.9% | 97.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 97.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 32.6% | 13.5% | 19.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Close was 48.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.9% higher than the Halesworth & Blything average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Close has the 20th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Halesworth & Blything and the 310th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renby Church Close, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £337,000 | 2025-02-05 | £333,827 |
| 5 Church Close, Beccles, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,495 | 2017-11-10 | £229,678 |
| 1 Church Close, Beccles, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2017-07-06 | £231,261 |
| 8 Church Close, Beccles, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2015-08-03 | £203,940 |
| 6 Church Close, Beccles, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2015-05-22 | £261,963 |
NR34 8RQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR34 8RQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,903 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Church of England Primary School Southwold Road , NR34 8DW | 3out of 4 | 4,645 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwold Primary School Cumberland Road , IP18 6JP | 2out of 4 | 5,336 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Felix School Halesworth Road , Reydon IP18 6SD | - not rated | 3,392 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wangford & District Afternoon Tea | Community Centre, Millfields | 96 yd | |
| The Plough Inn Wangford | Plough Inn, London Road | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Angel Inn | High Street, Wangford | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish Hut | Plough Inn, London Road | 1,050 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% |
| Median download speed | 33.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.