Norwich Road is in Ditchingham, Bungay and in South Norfolk district. NR35 2JL is located in the Ditchingham & Earsham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norwich Road, Ditchingham, Bungay, NR35 2JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR35 2RY, NR35 2RZ, NR35 2QX, NR35 2QY, NR35 2QU, NR35 2QZ, NR35 2QR, NR35 2QS, NR35 2JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR35 2JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.7% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.3% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 31.3% | 41.4% | 10.1% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.8% | 37.1% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 8.8% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 12% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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 | 35.7% | 36.2% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 35.9% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 20.6% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 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.
In the area around NR35 2JL this area, 33.1% 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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.1% | 33.1% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 14.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.2% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 14.7% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 7.2% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 14.3% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 17.5% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 97% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 97.1% | 96.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 96.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.1% | 76.7% | -12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 34.2% | 13.5% | 20.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.5% | 37.2% | 13.3% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norwich Road was 35.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.1% higher than the Hempnall average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Norwich Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Hempnall and the 186th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 96.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Norwich Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2025-05-16 | £480,000 |
| 15 Norwich Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £343,500 | 2025-03-31 | £345,223 |
| 40 Norwich Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-03-13 | £355,960 |
| 36 Norwich Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2023-07-14 | £541,204 |
| 16A Norwich Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £362,000 | 2022-08-17 | £372,025 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NR35 2JL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ditchingham Church of England Primary Academy Rider Haggard Way , Ditchingham NR35 2RE | 2out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic Primary School St Mary's Street , NR35 1AY | 3out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bungay Primary School Wingfield Street , NR35 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,760 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Earsham CE VA Primary School School Road , Earsham NR35 2TF | 3out of 4 | 2,385 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellingham VC Primary School Church Road , Ellingham NR35 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,415 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 | 2,739 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 | 2,307 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Attic Hillside Road East , NR35 1JS | 3out of 4 | 2,307 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Turnstone House School Birtwick Park , Old Bungay Road NR35 2HP | - not rated | 4,660 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokey Joes | 8 Norwich Road, Ditchingham | 16 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ditchingham Church Of England Primary Academy RIDER HAGGARD WAY | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Maltings Meadow PIRNHOW STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 873 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.