Fir Hill is in Keswick, Norwich and in South Norfolk district. NR4 6WA is located in the Cringleford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2015-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fir Hill, Keswick, Norwich, NR4 6WA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR4 6WA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 50.8% | 48.9% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51.1% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 38% | 27.2% | -10.8% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.4% | 45.2% | 5.8% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 15% | 18.4% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 9.3% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 45.4% | 53.4% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 30.5% | -8.7% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 12.6% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 6WA this area, 7.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.5% | 7.9% | -7.6% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 5.6% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 16.7% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.3% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.5% | 43.5% | -3.0% | 33.8% | 9.7% |
| Other | 2.8% | 5.6% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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 | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95% | 93.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 89.7% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 5% | 3.8% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 89.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0.4% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 37.3% | 46.2% | -8.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fir Hill was 70.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.9% lower than the Cringleford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fir Hill has the 8th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Cringleford and the 71st highest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 41.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Fir Hill, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £920,000 | 2022-07-08 | £971,380 |
| 3 Fir Hill, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £796,000 | 2022-01-17 | £857,626 |
| 3 Fir Hill, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, a newly built property | £725,000 | 2016-11-14 | £985,685 |
| 1 Fir Hill, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, a newly built property | £725,000 | 2016-07-29 | £1,016,014 |
| 5 Fir Hill, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £742,000 | 2015-10-27 | £1,103,092 |
NR4 6WA 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.
NR4 6WA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 4,818 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eaton Primary School Duverlin Close , NR4 6HS | 3out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cringleford CE VA Primary School Dragonfly Lane , Cringleford NR4 7JR | 4out of 4 | 1,751 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuckswood Academy and Nursery Tuckswood Centre , Tuckswood NR4 6BP | 2out of 4 | 2,876 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Colman Junior School South Park Avenue , NR4 7AU | 3out of 4 | 2,987 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colman Infant School Colman Road , NR4 7AW | 4out of 4 | 3,046 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Technical College Norfolk Old Hall Road , NR4 6FF | 3out of 4 | 2,220 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy Eaton Road , NR4 6PP | 3out of 4 | 2,617 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hewett Academy, Norwich Cecil Road , NR1 2PL | 3out of 4 | 3,500 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Norwich 299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP | 2out of 4 | 3,749 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 4,652 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,701 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 | 4,812 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eaton Hall Specialist Academy Pettus Road , NR4 7BU | 4out of 4 | 2,451 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Visiting Teacher Service Central Greenwood Centre , Allandale Road NR4 6BP | - not rated | 2,933 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clare School South Park Avenue , NR4 7AU | 4out of 4 | 3,011 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of East Anglia The Registry , University Plain NR4 7TJ | - not rated | 3,136 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harford Manor School, Norwich 43 Ipswich Road , NR2 2LN | 4out of 4 | 3,147 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Recreation Ground CRINGLEFORD PAVILLION AND RECREATION GROUND CRINGLEFORD PAVILLION AND RECREATION GROUND OAKFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 784 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% |
| Median download speed | 30.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 33.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 33.2 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.