Colman Road is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR4 7HD is located in the University electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colman Road, Norwich, NR4 7HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR4 7HG, NR4 7JQ, NR4 7HJ, NR4 7JD, NR4 7JN, NR4 7JH, NR2 3QL, NR2 3QX, NR4 7JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR4 7HD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58.5% | 55.8% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 41.5% | 44.2% | 2.7% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 | 34.2% | 41.9% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37% | 28.6% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -15.6% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 13.2% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 18.7% | 14.1% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
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 | 31.5% | 37.9% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 29% | 34.5% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 26.1% | 19.5% | -6.6% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 4.6% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 3.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 7HD this area, 30% 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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42% | 30% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 11.7% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 11.7% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 24.8% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 18.3% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 3.3% | 0.8% | -2.5% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 4.6% | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 89.6% | 82.8% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 1.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 92.1% | 85.9% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 86.2% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 6.5% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.9% | 37.2% | 14.7% |
| Christian | 40% | 46.2% | -6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colman Road was 70.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.1% higher than the University average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Colman Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in University and the 205th lowest crime rate of 441 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172 Colman Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2023-06-09 | £252,908 |
| 182 Colman Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-03-29 | £232,956 |
| 166 Colman Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2019-02-21 | £272,167 |
| 182 Colman Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-09-14 | £187,071 |
| 162 Colman Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2018-09-07 | £300,570 |
NR4 7HD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR4 7HD 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%.
The percentage of student residents living in NR4 7HD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 73 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 38 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 3out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Junior School Jessopp Road , NR2 3QB | - not rated | 521 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School Jessopp Road , NR2 3QB | - not rated | 533 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School Jessopp Road , NR2 3QB | 3out of 4 | 533 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluebell Primary School Lovelace Road , NR4 7DS | - not rated | 690 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluebell Primary School Lovelace Road , NR4 7DS | 3out of 4 | 690 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackdale Middle School, Norwich Bluebell Road , NR4 7LN | - not rated | 1,095 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkman Middle School, Norwich Clarkson Road , NR5 8ED | - not rated | 1,666 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bignold Middle School Wessex Street , NR2 2SP | - not rated | 2,001 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill View Middle School, Norwich Gentry Place , NR5 8XZ | - not rated | 2,254 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mile Cross Middle School Valpy Avenue , NR3 2EY | - not rated | 2,383 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Academy Norwich 299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP | 2out of 4 | 862 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlham High School Earlham Road , NR4 7NU | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy Eaton Road , NR4 6PP | 3out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Norwich School Eaton Road , NR4 6PP | - not rated | 2,125 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 4out of 4 | 2,579 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 | 2,256 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 | 2,269 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Parkside School, Norwich College Road , NR2 3JA | 4out of 4 | 798 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clare School South Park Avenue , NR4 7AU | 4out of 4 | 885 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lonsdale School Earlham Road , NR2 3RF | - not rated | 1,175 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Eaton Hall School, Norwich Pettus Road , NR4 7BU | - not rated | 1,259 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Eaton Hall Specialist Academy Pettus Road , NR4 7BU | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAAGHOBA | 96C Colman Road, Norwich | 627 yd | |
| Moonlight Palace | 9 Earlham House Shops, Earlham Road | 745 yd | |
| Dyrahh Coffee | 16A Earlham House Shops, Earlham Road | 745 yd | |
| JI The Chicken Shop | 11 Earlham House Shops, Earlham Road | 745 yd | |
| NANSA | Norfolk And Norwich Scope Association, 200 Bowthorpe Road | 754 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farmhouse | 50 Colman Road, Norwich | 661 yd | |
| Fiveways Public House | Fiveways, Gipsy Lane | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Garden | 142 Colman Road, Norwich | 254 yd | |
| Fish Inn Colman Road | 144 Colman Road, Norwich | 258 yd | |
| Alias Kebab And Pizza House | 133 Colman Road, Norwich | 261 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 96 Colman Road, Norwich | 661 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 88 Colman Road, Norwich | 661 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Foodstore | 129 Colman Road, Norwich | 255 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | The Co-Operative Food, Earlham House Shops | 745 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | 85 - 87 Lovelace Road, Norwich | 831 yd | |
| Co-op Foodstore | East Of England Co-Operative Society, Earlham Green Lane | 928 yd | |
| Tesco Express Garage | Tesco Express, Filling Station And Premises | 929 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis Of Assisi Catholic Primary School JESSOPP ROAD | grass pitches | 512 yd |
| Recreation Road Sports Centre RECREATION ROAD | grass pitches | 650 yd |
| Heigham Park RECREATION ROAD | tennis courts | 700 yd |
| Eaton Park SOUTH PARK AVENUE | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 930 yd |
| City Academy Norwich BLUEBELL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,014 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| 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 | 63.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.