Hill Road is in Norwich and in South Norfolk district. NR5 0LY is located in the New Costessey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hill Road, Norwich, NR5 0LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR5 0NP, NR5 0LZ, NR5 0LT, NR5 0NB, NR5 0LR, NR5 0NA, NR5 0HR, NR5 0NG, NR5 0LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR5 0LY has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 51.2% | 47.6% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 48.8% | 52.4% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 NR5 0LY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% 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 | 25% | 22.8% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 59.1% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 9.4% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 8.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 47.5% | 42.2% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 32% | 33.9% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 20.4% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 16.9% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 12.5% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12.9% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 8.6% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 17.6% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 27.8% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 6% | 3.5% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 95.8% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.4% 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% | 92.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 92.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.6% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 12.2% | 6.0% | 6.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Road was 27.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.5% lower than the New Costessey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in New Costessey and the 192nd lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Hill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2023-11-27 | £314,854 |
| 55 Hill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-09-23 | £191,145 |
| 35 Hill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-08-20 | £491,744 |
| 35B Hill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-06-18 | £482,062 |
| 35A Hill Road, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2021-04-16 | £500,346 |
NR5 0LY 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.
NR5 0LY 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 NR5 0LY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 2,227 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costessey Primary School Three Mile Lane , Costessey NR5 0RR | 3out of 4 | 567 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School Rawley Road , Bowthorpe NR5 9AP | 4out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's VA Junior School Astley Road , Chapel Break NR5 9LA | 3out of 4 | 1,352 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Break Infant School Thurlby Road , Chapel Break NR5 9LU | 4out of 4 | 1,459 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Primary Academy Gentry Place , NR5 8XZ | 2out of 4 | 1,541 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Victory Academy Middleton Crescent , Costessey NR5 0PX | 4out of 4 | 999 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 3out of 4 | 2,633 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Norwich 299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP | 2out of 4 | 3,160 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Taverham High School Beech Avenue , Taverham NR8 6HP | 3out of 4 | 5,217 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 5,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banks House School 55a Norwich Road , NR5 0EQ | - not rated | 898 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Education 168b Motum Road , NR5 8EG | - not rated | 1,981 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of East Anglia The Registry , University Plain NR4 7TJ | - not rated | 3,561 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parkside School, Norwich College Road , NR2 3JA | 4out of 4 | 4,273 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 4,301 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Rooms Luncheon Club | Community Centre, Bullace Road | 743 yd | |
| Country Kitchen Foods Ltd @ Grays Fair Court | Grays Fair Court, 266 Dereham Road | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown | 79 Norwich Road, Costessey | 556 yd | |
| The FDC | Bowthorpe Park, Clover Hill Road | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrons Fish And Chips | 85 Norwich Road, Costessey | 556 yd | |
| New Wok | 198 Norwich Road, Costessey | 639 yd | |
| China China | 3 Upper Stafford Avenue, Costessey | 755 yd | |
| Avenue Fish, Chicken & Pizza Place | 7 Upper Stafford Avenue, Costessey | 755 yd | |
| Subway @ BP Oval Service Station | 2 Dereham Road, Costessey | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Daily | 200 Norwich Road, New Costessey | 639 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Breckland Park Recreation Ground JERNINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| Costessey Junior School THREE MILE LANE | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| The Fdc Clover Hill Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 989 yd |
| The Brook Hotel (Closed) Bowthorpe Employment Area | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,012 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 36.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.