Jamieson Place is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR5 8YZ is located in the Wensum electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Jamieson Place, Norwich, NR5 8YZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR5 8TF, NR5 8YH, NR5 8YQ, NR5 8YJ, NR5 8XA, NR5 8TE, NR5 8YN, NR5 8YY, NR5 8YR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR5 8YZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NR5 8YZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.5% | 42.6% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.6% | 38% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.2% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 5.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.7% | 36.5% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 33.6% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 20.2% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 8.5% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.2% | 25.2% | -17.0% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 15.9% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 8.9% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 8.1% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 17.4% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 20.5% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 8% | 3.9% | -4.1% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 5.4% | 4.7% | -0.7% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 84.3% | 78.7% | -5.6% | 81.4% | -2.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 84.1% 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 | 90.1% | 84.1% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 7.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 84.1% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 9.9% | 8.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 1.7% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.6% | 76.7% | -11.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.1% | 13.5% | 13.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 34.7% | 46.2% | -11.5% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jamieson Place was 122.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 170.8% higher than the Nelson average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Jamieson Place has the 14th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Nelson and the 147th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Jamieson Place, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-08-29 | £194,697 |
| 55 Jamieson Place, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-08-20 | £182,510 |
| 41 Jamieson Place, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-04-12 | £182,245 |
| 21 Jamieson Place, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-02-16 | £182,439 |
| 43 Jamieson Place, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2019-11-29 | £196,156 |
The percentage of student residents living in NR5 8YZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Primary Academy Gentry Place , NR5 8XZ | - not rated | 225 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Primary School Gentry Place , NR5 8XZ | - not rated | 225 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Primary Academy Gentry Place , NR5 8XZ | 2out of 4 | 230 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowland Grove Community First School, Norwich Knowland Grove , NR5 8YB | - not rated | 302 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkman Community First School, Norwich Clarkson Road , NR5 8ED | - not rated | 515 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill View Middle School, Norwich Gentry Place , NR5 8XZ | - not rated | 284 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkman Middle School, Norwich Clarkson Road , NR5 8ED | - not rated | 515 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackdale Middle School, Norwich Bluebell Road , NR4 7LN | - not rated | 1,994 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mile Cross Middle School Valpy Avenue , NR3 2EY | - not rated | 2,474 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catton Grove Middle School Weston Road , NR3 3TP | - not rated | 3,783 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham High School Earlham Road , NR4 7NU | - not rated | 1,600 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Norwich 299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP | 2out of 4 | 1,625 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Victory Academy Middleton Crescent , Costessey NR5 0PX | - not rated | 2,373 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Costessey High School Middleton Crescent , NR5 0PX | - not rated | 2,373 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 2out of 4 | 2,746 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School The Old Fire Station , 30 Bethel Street NR2 1NR | - not rated | 4,015 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education Ipswich Road , NR2 2LJ | - not rated | 4,379 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Future Education 168b Motum Road , NR5 8EG | - not rated | 412 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Banks House School Bright House, 51 Wendene , NR5 9HA | - not rated | 706 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of East Anglia The Registry , University Plain NR4 7TJ | - not rated | 2,181 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon - Norwich 289 Drayton Road , NR3 2PW | - not rated | 2,427 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parkside School, Norwich College Road , NR2 3JA | 4out of 4 | 2,724 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society Alive Food Hive | 13 Waldegrave, Norwich | 906 yd | |
| Rasa's Cafe | 31 Earlham West Centre, Norwich | 997 yd | |
| NR5 Community Hub | Community Centre, Cadge Road | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatoli Social Club | 2D Larkman Lane, Norwich | 191 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | Dereham Road, Norwich | 265 yd | |
| The Crown | 79 Norwich Road, Costessey | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacon \& Burger | Garden Outside 568 Dereham Road, Norwich | 137 yd | |
| Larkman Fish Bar | 2A Larkman Lane, Norwich | 191 yd | |
| Yummy Yummy Taste Food | 2D Larkman Lane, Norwich | 191 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab | 71 Knowland Grove, Norwich | 293 yd | |
| Peking House | 556 - 558 Dereham Road, Norwich | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 1 Larkman Lane, Norwich | 338 yd | |
| Co-Op Daily | 200 Norwich Road, New Costessey | 949 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Primary School GENTRY PLACE | grass pitches | 266 yd |
| Valley Primary Academy GENTRY PLACE | grass pitches | 306 yd |
| Norwich Primary Academy NORWICH PRIMARY ACADEMY NORWICH PRIMARY ACADEMY CLARKSON ROAD | grass pitches | 529 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 160.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.