Ringland Lane is in Costessey, Norwich and in South Norfolk district. NR8 5BG is located in the Old Costessey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ringland Lane, Costessey, Norwich, NR8 5BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR8 5GS, NR8 5GP, NR8 5GT, NR8 5GN, NR8 5GL, NR8 5GR, NR8 5GU, NR8 5BP, NR8 5EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR8 5BG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.9% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.1% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 NR8 5BG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 38.4% | 28.4% | -10.0% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 53.9% | 6.8% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 0.1% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 6.9% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 59.2% | 45.7% | -13.5% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 32.8% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 12.9% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 7.8% | 5.9% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 16.9% | 22.1% | 5.2% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 13.5% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 10.6% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.8% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.8% | 11.5% | -6.3% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 35.6% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.6% | 92.9% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 88.7% 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 | 91.5% | 88.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 7% | 3.2% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 88.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.6% | 9.6% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 6% | 0% | -6.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Buddhist | 3.5% | 0.5% | 3.0% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ringland Lane was 14.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.1% lower than the New Costessey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ringland Lane has the 6th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in New Costessey and the 98th lowest crime rate of 436 local areas in South Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyth House Ringland Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2025-12-12 | £670,872 |
| Leisure Plot 3 Ringland Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £32,500 | 2021-11-24 | £31,739 |
| Northfield Ringland Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-08-05 | £412,138 |
| Urban Jungle Ringland Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2017-04-18 | £174,828 |
| Bayrod Ringland Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2016-12-15 | £447,973 |
NR8 5BG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR8 5BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 39 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Part-Time Employee | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's Hill Primary School Kestrel Avenue , Queen's Hills NR8 5FT | 3out of 4 | 429 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Taverham VC CE Junior School Taverham Road , Taverham NR8 6SX | 3out of 4 | 1,610 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nightingale Infant and Nursery School Nightingale Drive , Taverham NR8 6LA | - not rated | 1,829 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nightingale Infant & Nursery School Nightingale Drive , Taverham NR8 6LA | 3out of 4 | 1,831 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghost Hill Infant & Nursery School Eastfield , Taverham NR8 6PJ | - not rated | 2,164 yd | Community school | 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 | 5,435 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taverham High School Beech Avenue , Taverham NR8 6HP | - not rated | 2,075 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Taverham High School Beech Avenue , Taverham NR8 6HP | 3out of 4 | 2,075 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Victory Academy Middleton Crescent , Costessey NR5 0PX | - not rated | 3,148 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Costessey High School Middleton Crescent , NR5 0PX | - not rated | 3,148 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easton College Easton , NR9 5DX | - not rated | 3,346 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Easton & Otley College Easton Campus , Easton NR9 5DX | - not rated | 3,387 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Preparatory School At Taverham Hall Taverham Park , Taverham NR8 6HU | - not rated | 1,189 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Easton Bawburgh Road , NR9 5EA | - not rated | 2,886 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lighthouse Easton House, 107 Dereham Road , Easton NR9 5ES | - not rated | 2,919 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Banks House School Bright House, 51 Wendene , NR5 9HA | - not rated | 4,786 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Jungle | The Nurseries, Ringland Lane | 3 yd | |
| Set Your Sights At Queens Hill Primary And Nursery School | Queens Hill Primary School And Nursery, Kestrel Avenue | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumbles Fish Bar | Unit 4, Vision Park | 441 yd | |
| Mighty Crust | Unit 2A, Vision Park | 443 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 | 39.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 60.7% |
| Median download speed | 36.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 56.56 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 56.56 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.55 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.