Harvey Lane is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR7 0BW is located in the Crome electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harvey Lane, Norwich, NR7 0BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR7 0BY, NR7 0BN, NR7 0DB, NR7 0BZ, NR7 0BL, NR7 0DA, NR1 4PJ, NR7 0DF, NR7 0BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR7 0BW is primarily male, with 55.6% 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 | 51.7% | 44.4% | -7.3% | 51.0% | -6.6% |
| Male | 48.3% | 55.6% | 7.3% | 49.0% | 6.6% |
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 NR7 0BW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% 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 | 47.1% | 46.2% | -0.9% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.6% | 34.1% | 5.5% | 44.2% | -10.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 3.6% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 11.7% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 3.6% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 41.3% | 37.6% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 34.4% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 14% | 15.6% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 9.2% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30% | 27.8% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 13.5% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 13.5% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 4.9% | 3.6% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 15.2% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 23.3% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 5.7% | 1.8% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.4% | 95% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.9% 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 | 88.1% | 86.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| European Union | 7.7% | 8.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.8% | 87.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 6% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.2% | 3.2% | -2.0% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.9% | 76.7% | -19.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 32.4% | 13.5% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.8% | 37.2% | 9.6% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harvey Lane was 221.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 102.1% higher than the Crome average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harvey Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Crome and the 64th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 134.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 East Lodge Harvey Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-03-28 | £177,157 |
| 6 East Lodge Harvey Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2024-04-18 | £158,335 |
| 12 East Lodge Harvey Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2023-09-22 | £160,292 |
| 13 East Lodge Harvey Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-06-06 | £159,287 |
| 10 East Lodge Harvey Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-09-22 | £159,536 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellesley First School Wellesley Avenue North , NR1 4NT | - not rated | 708 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionwood Junior School Wolfe Road , NR1 4HT | 3out of 4 | 817 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionwood Junior School Wolfe Road , NR1 4HT | - not rated | 817 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionwood Infant and Nursery School Telegraph Lane East , NR1 4AN | - not rated | 861 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionwood Infant and Nursery School Telegraph Lane East , NR1 4AN | - not rated | 861 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heartsease Community Middle School, Norwich Rider Haggard Road , NR7 9UE | - not rated | 1,276 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakenham Middle School Hospital Lane , NR1 2HW | - not rated | 2,804 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bignold Middle School Wessex Street , NR2 2SP | - not rated | 3,207 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catton Grove Middle School Weston Road , NR3 3TP | - not rated | 4,312 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mile Cross Middle School Valpy Avenue , NR3 2EY | - not rated | 4,479 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Open Academy Salhouse Road , NR7 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heartsease High School Marryat Road , NR7 9DF | - not rated | 1,624 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form Laundry Lane , Thorpe St Andrew NR7 0XS | - not rated | 2,086 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form Laundry Lane , Thorpe St Andrew NR7 0XS | - not rated | 2,086 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle College , | - not rated | 2,438 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,849 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 | 3,508 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorpe House School 7 Yarmouth Road , NR7 0EA | - not rated | 439 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Langley Preparatory School Beech Hill , 11 Yarmouth Road NR7 0EA | - not rated | 539 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorn House School 22 Cotman Road , NR1 4AF | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nor08 Norfolk Primary Primary Intervention Project, 15 Riverside Road , NR1 1SN | - not rated | 1,596 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Beechcroft Study Centre 2 Caston Road , Thorpe St Andrew NR7 0LS | - not rated | 1,772 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Petrol Filling Station, Plumstead Road | 644 yd | |
| Cafe 193 | 193A Plumstead Road, Norwich | 657 yd | |
| Time Coffee Shop | 37 Plumstead Road, Norwich | 866 yd | |
| Canton Chinese Restaurant | 129 Thorpe Road, Norwich | 890 yd | |
| Local Discharge Unit (LDU) | H M Prison, Knox Road | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town House | 18/22 Yarmouth Road, Thorpe St Andrew | 694 yd | |
| Gordon Public House | 88 Gordon Avenue, Thorpe St Andrew | 775 yd | |
| The Rivergarden | The River Garden, 36 Yarmouth Road | 802 yd | |
| Canary Kitchen @ The Fat Cat And Canary | 101 Thorpe Road, Norwich | 890 yd | |
| The Fat Cat And Canary Public House | 101 Thorpe Road, Norwich | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Indian Takeaway | 100 Harvey Lane, Norwich | 513 yd | |
| Hartlands Fish Bar | 94 Harvey Lane, Norwich | 513 yd | |
| Hotspot | 94A Harvey Lane, Norwich | 513 yd | |
| Subway / BP Plumstead Road | Petrol Filling Station, Plumstead Road | 644 yd | |
| Shish Go | 163 Plumstead Road, Norwich | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 174 - 178 Plumstead Road, Norwich | 621 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 197 Plumstead Road, Norwich | 660 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodrow Pilling Park PILLING PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 176 yd |
| Pinebanks Sports And Leisure (Closed) Yarmouth Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 399 yd |
| Langley Preparatory School (Closed) Yarmouth Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 441 yd |
| County Arts Indoor Bowls Club PLUMSTEAD ROAD EAST | indoor bowls | 742 yd |
| St Williams Primary School ST. WILLIAMS WAY | grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Hmp Norwich KNOX ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,092 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 | 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 | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.05 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.05 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.