Cozens Hardy Road is in Norwich and in Broadland district. NR7 8QF is located in the Sprowston Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Norwich North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cozens Hardy Road, Norwich, NR7 8QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR7 8QN, NR7 8QE, NR7 8AW, NR7 8QG, NR7 8AS, NR7 8QJ, NR7 8QR, NR7 8LZ, NR7 8QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR7 8QF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 50.6% | 48.2% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 49.4% | 51.8% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR7 8QF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.8% | 31.9% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59% | 53.5% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 8.4% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 4% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.3% | 48.2% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 39.9% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 7.9% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.8% | 16% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 10.2% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 14.9% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 8.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 26.9% | 12.9% | 16.9% | 10.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 21.1% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96% | 95.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 95.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.9% | 37.2% | 17.7% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cozens Hardy Road was 13.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.8% lower than the Sprowston Central average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Cozens Hardy Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Sprowston Central and the 99th lowest crime rate of 447 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Cozens Hardy Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £266,600 | 2024-08-30 | £279,268 |
| 29 Cozens Hardy Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2024-08-29 | £266,070 |
| 33 Cozens Hardy Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-02-19 | £348,452 |
| 43 Cozens Hardy Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2023-01-16 | £441,440 |
| 27 Cozens Hardy Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2020-08-14 | £311,122 |
NR7 8QF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 8QF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprowston Junior School Recreation Ground Road , Sprowston NR7 8EW | 3out of 4 | 344 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprowston Infant School Recreation Ground Road , Sprowston NR7 8EW | 3out of 4 | 344 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sparhawk Infant School & Nursery Sparhawk Avenue , Sprowston NR7 8BU | 4out of 4 | 682 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cecil Gowing Infant School Falcon Road West , Sprowston NR7 8NZ | 3out of 4 | 961 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Falcon Junior School Falcon Road West , Sprowston NR7 8NT | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 2,124 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catton Grove Middle School Weston Road , NR3 3TP | - not rated | 2,592 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mile Cross Middle School Valpy Avenue , NR3 2EY | - not rated | 3,850 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bignold Middle School Wessex Street , NR2 2SP | - not rated | 4,766 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakenham Middle School Hospital Lane , NR1 2HW | - not rated | 5,258 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 | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprowston Community High School Cannerby Lane , Sprowston NR7 8NE | - not rated | 924 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heartsease High School Marryat Road , NR7 9DF | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Open Academy Salhouse Road , NR7 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,772 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 3out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,262 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Christopher's School George Hill , Old Catton NR6 7DE | - not rated | 1,262 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall School St Faith's Road , Old Catton NR6 7AD | 3out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nor07 - Norfolk Reintergration Include , 43 Crome Road NR3 4RG | - not rated | 2,438 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Include School Norfolk 27 Hurricane Way , Airport Industrial Estate NR6 6HE | - not rated | 2,566 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechcroft Study Centre 2 Caston Road , Thorpe St Andrew NR7 0LS | - not rated | 3,076 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 199 | 199 Wroxham Road, Sprowston | 388 yd | |
| Dixies Diner | 86 School Lane, Norwich | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Boar Inn (Wet Sales) | 259 Wroxham Road, Sprowston | 827 yd | |
| Woodman Public House-Wet Sales | North Walsham Road, Old Catton | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windoco Ltd T/A Golden Plaice Fish Bar | 197 Wroxham Road, Sprowston | 381 yd | |
| J & P Fish And Chips | 8 Dixons Fold, Old Catton | 934 yd | |
| China Palace | 10 Dixons Fold, Old Catton | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 201 Wroxham Road | 389 yd | |
| East Of England Co-Operative Society | Cannerby Lane Foodstore, 57 Cannerby Lane | 662 yd | |
| Lidl | Blue Boar Lane, Sprowston | 1,014 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sprowston Recreation Ground PAVILION AND RECREATION GROUND PAVILION AND RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 365 yd |
| Sprowston Cricket Club BARKERS LANE | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Sprowston Community High School CANNERBY LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 928 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 | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.