Pilgrims Way is in Bungay and in Waveney district. NR35 1HL is located in the Bungay & Wainford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pilgrims Way, Bungay, NR35 1HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR35 1HJ, NR35 1HW, NR35 1HN, NR35 1DH, NR35 1DL, NR35 1DJ, NR35 1JD, NR35 1DR, NR35 1EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR35 1HL is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population 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 | 51.3% | 46.6% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 48.7% | 53.4% | 4.7% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 | 32.2% | 34.1% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 46.2% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 9.9% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 5.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 43.6% | 42.9% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 39.9% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 11.6% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 24.6% | 14.4% | -10.2% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 13.1% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.4% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 6.8% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 15.8% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 32.4% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.2% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.7% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 98.2% | 94.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 94.7% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.1% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.9% | 37.2% | 13.7% |
| Christian | 40.4% | 46.2% | -5.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pilgrims Way was 48.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.4% lower than the Bungay & Wainford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pilgrims Way has the 13th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Bungay & Wainford and the 310th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Pilgrims Way, Bungay, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2025-05-16 | £192,000 |
| 27 Pilgrims Way, Bungay, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-11-01 | £233,347 |
| 23 Pilgrims Way, Bungay, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-04-01 | £238,049 |
| 28 Pilgrims Way, Bungay, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-03-11 | £207,170 |
| 11 Pilgrims Way, Bungay, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2020-11-13 | £261,772 |
NR35 1HL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
NR35 1HL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bungay Primary School Wingfield Street , NR35 1HA | 3out of 4 | 187 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic Primary School St Mary's Street , NR35 1AY | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Earsham CE VA Primary School School Road , Earsham NR35 2TF | 3out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ditchingham Church of England Primary Academy Rider Haggard Way , Ditchingham NR35 2RE | 2out of 4 | 2,434 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellingham VC Primary School Church Road , Ellingham NR35 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 4,298 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bungay High School Queen's Road , NR35 1RW | 3out of 4 | 794 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle East School Hillside Road East , | - not rated | 894 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Attic Hillside Road East , NR35 1JS | 3out of 4 | 894 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Operative Cafe | Rainbow Foodstore, Hillside Road East | 390 yd | |
| The Shop | 48B St Marys Street, Bungay | 558 yd | |
| Suffolk Stonehouse | 18 St Marys Street, Bungay | 615 yd | |
| Buttercross Garden Cafe | 6 Cross Street, Bungay | 705 yd | |
| Gelato And Sorbetto | 9 Market Place, Bungay | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bungay And District Royal British Legion Club Ltd | Royal British Legion, Priory Lane | 639 yd | |
| The Chequers Inn | 23 Bridge Street, Bungay | 765 yd | |
| Three Tuns Hotel | The Three Tuns, Earsham Street | 855 yd | |
| The Mayfair | 18 Broad Street, Bungay | 898 yd | |
| Green Dragon Public House | Green Dragon, 29 Broad Street | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Bit On The Side | 24 Upper Olland Street, Bungay | 461 yd | |
| Pex Fish & Chips | 34 St Marys Street, Bungay | 615 yd | |
| Skyways Chinese | 32 St Marys Street, Bungay | 615 yd | |
| Bungay Kebab | 22 St Marys Street, Bungay | 615 yd | |
| Spice Of Balti | 42 St Marys Street, Bungay | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Operative Food | Rainbow Foodstore, Hillside Road East | 390 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodywise (Closed) Rose Lane | health and fitness suite | 546 yd |
| Bungay High School QUEENS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 736 yd |
| Bungay Pool And Gym St. Johns Hill | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 893 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 | 73.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.