Middletons Lane is in Norwich and in Broadland district. NR6 5NF is located in the Hellesdon South East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Middletons Lane, Norwich, NR6 5NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR6 5NE, NR6 6XS, NR6 5NG, NR6 6XU, NR6 6UB, NR6 6UF, NR6 6XT, NR6 6XZ, NR6 6UH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR6 5NF is primarily male, with 54.9% of the population 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 | 50.2% | 45.1% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -5.9% |
| Male | 49.8% | 54.9% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 5.9% |
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 | 20.9% | 30.8% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.5% | 43.5% | -11.0% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 15.2% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 39.9% | 38% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 41.3% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 16.7% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 4% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.3% | 17.8% | -12.5% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 13.1% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 14.8% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 11% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 20.3% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 19.9% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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 | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.2% | 93.4% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 93.8% | 91.7% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 5.8% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 91.7% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Middletons Lane was 10.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.6% lower than the Hellesdon South East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Middletons Lane has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Hellesdon South East and the 76th lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -94.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Middletons Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-09-24 | £237,186 |
| 1 Middletons Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-08-30 | £296,334 |
| 5 Middletons Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £221,000 | 2018-08-17 | £267,810 |
NR6 5NF 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 4,193 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firside Junior School Firside Junior School , Middletons Lane NR6 5NF | 3out of 4 | 147 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arden Grove Infant and Nursery School Arden Grove , Hellesdon NR6 6QA | 4out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heather Avenue Infant School Heather Avenue , Hellesdon NR6 6LT | 4out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinsale Junior School Kinsale Avenue , Hellesdon NR6 5SG | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinsale Infant School Kinsale Avenue , Hellesdon NR6 5SG | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 3out of 4 | 1,309 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 3,402 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprowston Community Academy Cannerby Lane , Sprowston NR7 8NE | 2out of 4 | 4,598 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 4,702 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Victory Academy Middleton Crescent , Costessey NR5 0PX | 4out of 4 | 4,743 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,130 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Include School Norfolk 27 Hurricane Way , Airport Industrial Estate NR6 6HE | - not rated | 1,456 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall School St Faith's Road , Old Catton NR6 7AD | 3out of 4 | 2,124 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Banks House School 55a Norwich Road , NR5 0EQ | - not rated | 3,754 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 4,197 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Education 168b Motum Road , NR5 8EG | - not rated | 4,255 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saxon Air Flight Support | Klyne Business Aviation Centre, 5 Buck Courtney Crescent | 210 yd | |
| TLC Dinner Choices Limited | 124 Meadow Way, Hellesdon | 218 yd | |
| The Oaks - Brewers Fayre & Norwich Airport Premier Inn | The Oaks, Delft Way | 366 yd | |
| McDonalds | Delft Way, Norwich | 367 yd | |
| Norse Cafe @ Norse Commercial Services | 280 Fifers Lane, Norwich | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAB Bar And Kitchen | Airside Catering Concession At, Terminal Building | 566 yd | |
| The Bull | 197 Reepham Road, Hellesdon | 674 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canvas Pizza Dyop Ltd | 57 Middletons Lane, Hellesdon | 377 yd | |
| Seasons Catering | Seasons, 187 Reepham Road | 664 yd | |
| Marinara Kebab & Pizza House | 165 Reepham Road, Hellesdon | 672 yd | |
| Barretts Fish & Chip Shop | 163 Reepham Road, Hellesdon | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 164 Cromer Road, Hellesdon | 285 yd | |
| East Of England Co-Op | 90-92 Middletons Lane, Hellesdon | 602 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Firside Junior School MIDDLETONS LANE | grass pitches | 59 yd |
| Health Central Health And Fitness (Norwich) TERMINAL BUILDING TERMINAL BUILDING AMSTERDAM WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 556 yd |
| Jarrolds Sports & Social Club (Closed) Heath Crescent | grass pitches, tennis courts | 639 yd |
| Hellesdon Recreation Ground THE RECREATION GROUND THE RECREATION GROUND MIDDLETONS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 867 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 | 103.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 27.33 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.