Tuckswood Lane is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR4 6GD is located in the Lakenham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 2013-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tuckswood Lane, Norwich, NR4 6GD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR4 6LA, NR4 6PS, NR4 6BD, NR4 6QF, NR4 6BA, NR4 6BY, NR4 6QZ, NR4 6QA, NR2 2LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR4 6GD has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents 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 | 51.6% | 50% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 27.1% | 34.5% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 43.8% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 12% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 6.2% | -7.2% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 32.4% | 34.3% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -14.1% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 41.1% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 17.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 4.5% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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.
In the area around NR4 6GD this area, 28.8% 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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.5% | 28.8% | -11.7% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 12.8% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 15.6% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 8.6% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 10.5% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 19.8% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 96.8% | 93.8% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 95.4% | 90.6% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 90.9% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.3% | 37.2% | 15.1% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tuckswood Lane was 86.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.9% lower than the Lakenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tuckswood Lane has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Lakenham and the 209th highest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Harford House Tuckswood Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2023-11-06 | £154,428 |
| 4 Harford House Tuckswood Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,400 | 2023-07-26 | £284,572 |
| 5 Harford House Tuckswood Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-10-22 | £253,450 |
| 2 Harford House Tuckswood Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2018-06-15 | £256,165 |
| 5 Harford House Tuckswood Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2017-11-03 | £256,108 |
NR4 6GD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 NR4 6GD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 3,904 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuckswood Academy and Nursery Tuckswood Centre , Tuckswood NR4 6BP | 2out of 4 | 564 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery Duckett Close , NR1 2LR | 3out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton Primary School Duverlin Close , NR4 6HS | 3out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colman Infant School Colman Road , NR4 7AW | 4out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakenham Primary School City Road , NR1 2HL | 3out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy Eaton Road , NR4 6PP | 3out of 4 | 368 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hewett Academy, Norwich Cecil Road , NR1 2PL | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University Technical College Norfolk Old Hall Road , NR4 6FF | 3out of 4 | 1,611 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 2,691 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education Ipswich Road , NR2 2LJ | - not rated | 869 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School The Old Fire Station , 30 Bethel Street NR2 1NR | - not rated | 2,107 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harford Manor School, Norwich 43 Ipswich Road , NR2 2LN | 4out of 4 | 296 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Visiting Teacher Service Central Greenwood Centre , Allandale Road NR4 6BP | - not rated | 547 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wherry School 280 Hall Road , NR1 2GB | - not rated | 785 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Town Close House Preparatory School 14 Ipswich Road , Norwich NR2 2LR | - not rated | 802 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich High School for Girls GDST 95 Newmarket Road , Norwich NR2 2HU | - not rated | 836 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notcutts Garden Centre | Daniels Road, Norwich | 481 yd | |
| Express Diner | 11 The Lastings, Sandy Lane | 791 yd | |
| Goals Soccer Centre | Hewett School, Hall Road | 794 yd | |
| The Wherry School | 280 Hall Road, Norwich | 794 yd | |
| McDonalds | 162 Barrett Road, Norwich | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak Tree (88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger) | 59 Ipswich Road, Norwich | 1 yd | |
| East Anglia Tennis And Squash Club | East Anglia Tennis & Squash Club, Lime Tree Road | 435 yd | |
| The Shoemakers | 1 The Lastings, Sandy Lane | 764 yd | |
| Eagle Tavern | 33 Newmarket Road, Norwich | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ken's Fish Bar | 17 Friar Tuck Road, Norwich | 414 yd | |
| Yuan Feng | 117B Ipswich Road, Norwich | 908 yd | |
| St. John's Fish And Chips | 3 St Johns Close, Norwich | 982 yd | |
| Pizza One And Sweet Tree | 5 St Johns Close, Norwich | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Foodstore | 19 - 21 Friar Tuck Road, Norwich | 414 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Unit 4C, Hall Road Retail Park | 734 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 4B, Hall Road Retail Park | 734 yd | |
| Asda | 11 The Lastings, Sandy Lane | 791 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 5, Hall Road Retail Park | 850 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tch Dragons Den Hall Road | artificial grass pitch | 390 yd |
| East Anglia Tennis And Squash Club Lime Tree Road | squash courts, tennis courts | 493 yd |
| City Of Norwich School EATON ROAD | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Town Close School (Fairfield Playing Field) Fairfield Road | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| The Hewett Academy CECIL ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 629 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Norwich) HALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 631 yd |
| Harford Park PETERKIN ROAD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 691 yd |
| The Gym (Norwich Hall Road) HALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 779 yd |
| Town Close School IPSWICH ROAD | swimming pool | 827 yd |
| City College Norwich IPSWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 846 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.