Hempnall Road is in Bedingham, Bungay and in South Norfolk district. NR35 2NW is located in the Ditchingham & Earsham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hempnall Road, Bedingham, Bungay, NR35 2NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR35 2DS, NR35 2NQ, NR35 2NH, NR35 2NR, NR35 2NT, NR35 2NS, NR35 2NP, NR35 2NN, NR35 2NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR35 2NW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.7% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48% | 48.3% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 NR35 2NW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 22% | 26.5% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 58.2% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 7.4% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.3% | -1.8% | 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 | 51.1% | 45.8% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 35% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 12.3% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.4% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 NR35 2NW this area, 7.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.1% | 7.4% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11.7% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 19.7% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 13.8% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 41.5% | 13.0% | 33.8% | 7.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.5% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 97.3% | 94.1% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hempnall Road was 15.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.6% lower than the Hempnall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hempnall Road has the 20th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Hempnall and the 98th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pightle Corner Hempnall Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2017-10-30 | £487,987 |
| Our Shell Hempnall Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2007-04-11 | £648,654 |
| The Hawthorns Hempnall Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2006-08-01 | £446,524 |
| Hall View Hempnall Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2006-07-28 | £452,157 |
| Bedton House Hempnall Road, Bungay, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2005-09-26 | £466,471 |
NR35 2NW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 2NW 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 NR35 2NW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodton Primary School Norwich Road , Woodton NR35 2LL | 3out of 4 | 914 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempnall Primary School The Street , Hempnall NR15 2AD | 3out of 4 | 5,333 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seething and Mundham Primary School Brooke Road , Seething NR15 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 5,465 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School High Green , Brooke NR15 1HP | 3out of 4 | 5,466 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Head | Kings Head, Hempnall Road | 518 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.