Harry Barber Close is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR5 9DY is located in the Bowthorpe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harry Barber Close, Norwich, NR5 9DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR5 9DU, NR5 9DX, NR5 9EG, NR5 9EJ, NR5 9DT, NR5 9ES, NR5 9EF, NR5 9DH, NR5 9EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR5 9DY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 56% 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 | 55.7% | 56% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 5.0% |
| Male | 44.3% | 44% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -5.0% |
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 9DY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.8% 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 | 37% | 42.8% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 35.8% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -8.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 14% | 11.8% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 5.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 40.5% | 43% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 34.4% | -4.2% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 16.2% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| 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.
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.6% | 26.3% | 3.7% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 11% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 16.7% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 15.4% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 22.8% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 5.7% | 6.2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 4.6% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 89.2% | 88.6% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 81.2% 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 | 88.3% | 81.2% | -7.1% | 83.2% | -2.0% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 7.2% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.4% | 6.8% | 1.4% | 5.6% | 1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.3% | 81.4% | -6.9% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 1% | -4.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 4.8% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.5% | 76.7% | -15.2% |
| Lithuania | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.7% | 37.2% | 21.5% |
| Christian | 32.4% | 46.2% | -13.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harry Barber Close was 68.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.8% lower than the Bowthorpe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harry Barber Close has the 14th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Bowthorpe and the 202nd lowest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Harry Barber Close, Norwich, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-09-29 | £112,565 |
| 14 Harry Barber Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-03-23 | £222,278 |
| 41 Harry Barber Close, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2022-09-21 | £217,660 |
| 13 Harry Barber Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-03-15 | £182,363 |
| 31 Harry Barber Close, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-10-15 | £199,725 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| 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 | 1,820 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clover Hill Infant School and Nursery Rawley Road , Bowthorpe NR5 9AP | - not rated | 528 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School Rawley Road , Bowthorpe NR5 9AP | 4out of 4 | 528 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's VA Junior School Astley Road , Chapel Break NR5 9LA | 3out of 4 | 562 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Costessey Junior School Three Mile Lane , Costessey NR5 0RR | - not rated | 711 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Costessey Primary School Three Mile Lane , Costessey NR5 0RR | 3out of 4 | 711 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,451 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkman Middle School, Norwich Clarkson Road , NR5 8ED | - not rated | 1,683 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackdale Middle School, Norwich Bluebell Road , NR4 7LN | - not rated | 2,634 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mile Cross Middle School Valpy Avenue , NR3 2EY | - not rated | 3,714 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catton Grove Middle School Weston Road , NR3 3TP | - not rated | 4,920 yd | Community school | 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 | - not rated | 1,372 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Costessey High School Middleton Crescent , NR5 0PX | - not rated | 1,372 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlham High School Earlham Road , NR4 7NU | - not rated | 2,337 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Norwich 299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP | 2out of 4 | 2,454 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 2out of 4 | 3,473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easton College Easton , NR9 5DX | - not rated | 4,366 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Easton & Otley College Easton Campus , Easton NR9 5DX | - not rated | 4,637 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 | 5,238 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banks House School Bright House, 51 Wendene , NR5 9HA | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Education 168b Motum Road , NR5 8EG | - not rated | 1,518 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of East Anglia The Registry , University Plain NR4 7TJ | - not rated | 2,646 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon - Norwich 289 Drayton Road , NR3 2PW | - not rated | 3,629 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton Hall School, Norwich Pettus Road , NR4 7BU | - not rated | 3,825 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 406 yd | |
| Castle Carvery - Clocktower | 26 Jarrold Way, Bowthorpe Employment Area | 423 yd | |
| Roys Cafe | 11 Bowthorpe Main Centre, Wendene | 553 yd | |
| Namco Funscape | 10 Barnard Road, Norwich | 660 yd | |
| Country Kitchen Foods Ltd @ Grays Fair Court | Grays Fair Court, 266 Dereham Road | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The FDC | Bowthorpe Park, Clover Hill Road | 154 yd | |
| Norkie Public House | Norkie, Bowthorpe Main Centre | 553 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | Dereham Road, Norwich | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends Take Away | 9 Bowthorpe Main Centre, Wendene | 565 yd | |
| Happy House | 10 Bowthorpe Main Centre, Wendene | 565 yd | |
| Subway @ BP Oval Service Station | 2 Dereham Road, Costessey | 701 yd | |
| China China | 3 Upper Stafford Avenue, Costessey | 854 yd | |
| Avenue Fish, Chicken & Pizza Place | 7 Upper Stafford Avenue, Costessey | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roys (Wroxham) Ltd | Bowthorpe Main Centre, Wendene | 565 yd | |
| Asda Express Norwich - Dereham Road PFS | 403 Dereham Road, Costessey | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Fdc Clover Hill Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 152 yd |
| The Brook Hotel (Closed) Bowthorpe Employment Area | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 479 yd |
| St Michaels Junior School ASTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| Breckland Park Recreation Ground JERNINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 614 yd |
| Costessey Junior School THREE MILE LANE | grass pitches | 716 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 56.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.