Mousehold Lane is in Norwich and in Norwich district. NR7 8HE is located in the Catton Grove electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mousehold Lane, Norwich, NR7 8HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR7 8HD, NR7 8HJ, NR7 8HL, NR3 4EG, NR7 8XL, NR3 4EQ, NR7 8HB, NR7 8XP, NR3 4ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR7 8HE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 50.4% | 48.1% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.9% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 44.1% | 39.3% | -4.8% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.3% | 42% | 4.7% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 11% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.4% | 0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42% | 41.9% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 41.1% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 14.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.1% | 15.1% | -9.0% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 14.2% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 17.8% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.7% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 17.8% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 23.3% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.3% | 93.5% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 92.7% | 89% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 6.8% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 89% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.5% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.2% | 37.2% | 17.0% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mousehold Lane was 161.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.6% higher than the Catton Grove average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Mousehold Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Catton Grove and the 103rd highest crime rate of 442 local areas in Norwich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 91.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30A Mousehold Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-09-30 | £289,919 |
| 26 Mousehold Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-11-03 | £356,724 |
| 28 Mousehold Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2020-10-30 | £1,701,306 |
| 30A Mousehold Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2019-01-25 | £280,249 |
| 28A Mousehold Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2009-06-12 | £286,656 |
NR7 8HE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
NR7 8HE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 68 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 5,099 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Clements Hill Primary Academy 50 Le Safferne Gardens , NR3 4AR | - not rated | 575 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprowston Junior School Recreation Ground Road , Sprowston NR7 8EW | 3out of 4 | 855 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprowston Infant School Recreation Ground Road , Sprowston NR7 8EW | 3out of 4 | 855 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mousehold Infant & Nursery School Mousehold Avenue , NR3 4RS | 4out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cecil Gowing Infant School Falcon Road West , Sprowston NR7 8NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprowston Community Academy Cannerby Lane , Sprowston NR7 8NE | 2out of 4 | 961 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Open Academy Salhouse Road , NR7 9DL | 2out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jane Austen College 46-48 Colegate , NR3 1DD | 3out of 4 | 2,490 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School, Norwich Surrey Street , NR1 3PB | 4out of 4 | 3,470 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,066 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 | 4,290 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall School St Faith's Road , Old Catton NR6 7AD | 3out of 4 | 1,804 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich School 71A The Close , NR1 4DD | - not rated | 2,485 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich University of the Arts Francis House , 3 - 7 Redwell Street NR2 4SN | - not rated | 2,605 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Include School Norfolk 27 Hurricane Way , Airport Industrial Estate NR6 6HE | - not rated | 2,787 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited 147 Dereham Road , NR2 3TA | - not rated | 3,154 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rishi Restaurant | 26 Mousehold Lane, Norwich | 3 yd | |
| Dixies Diner | 86 School Lane, Norwich | 631 yd | |
| Woods Coffee Bar | 26 Roundtree Close, Sprowston | 690 yd | |
| Pausa Coffee Shop | Unit 1 & 2, Sprowston Retail, Salhouse Road | 824 yd | |
| Zaks Mousehold Diner | The Pavilion, Mousehold Heath | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brickmakers | 496 Sprowston Road, Norwich | 348 yd | |
| Prince Of Denmark Pub | 140 Sprowston Road, Norwich | 1,005 yd | |
| The Gas Social Club | The Gas Club, Roundtree Way | 1,011 yd | |
| Woodman Public House-Wet Sales | North Walsham Road, Old Catton | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Babas | 478 Sprowston Road, Norwich | 348 yd | |
| Good Frydays | Chip Stop, 474 Sprowston Road | 348 yd | |
| Burger Palace | Plot 79, Showmens Guild Site | 392 yd | |
| Kam Hon Take Away | 107 Shipfield, Norwich | 406 yd | |
| Dragon City | 222 Sprowston Road, Norwich | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 463 Sprowston Road, Norwich | 381 yd | |
| East Of England Co-Operative Society | Cannerby Lane Foodstore, 57 Cannerby Lane | 912 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sprowston Community High School CANNERBY LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 842 yd |
| Sprowston Recreation Ground PAVILION AND RECREATION GROUND PAVILION AND RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 957 yd |
| The Fountain Park THE PAVILION THE PAVILION GURNEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,042 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.