Bramble Close is in Drayton, Norwich and in Broadland district. NR8 6AZ is located in the Drayton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bramble Close, Drayton, Norwich, NR8 6AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR8 6XY, NR8 6AY, NR8 6UX, NR8 6UT, NR8 6XZ, NR8 6AX, NR8 6UU, NR8 6XE, NR8 6XJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR8 6AZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 52.2% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 47.8% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 NR8 6AZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.8% 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 | 43.1% | 54.8% | 11.7% | 37.9% | 16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.1% | 28.3% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -15.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 18.8% | 10.2% | -8.6% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 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 | 54.1% | 50.7% | -3.4% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 33.8% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 11.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around NR8 6AZ this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.1% | 9.5% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 13.1% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 17.9% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 7.1% | -1.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 22.6% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 26.8% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 6.3% | 3% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 97.9% | 90.2% | -7.7% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 82.7% 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 | 86.6% | 82.7% | -3.9% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| European Union | 9.8% | 10.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.6% | 83.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 4.6% | 9% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 6.9% | 0.9% | 6.0% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.7% | 37.2% | 16.5% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bramble Close was 29.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.8% higher than the Drayton North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bramble Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Drayton North and the 220th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Bramble Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £259,000 | 2024-12-12 | £263,811 |
| 15 Bramble Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-08-30 | £206,918 |
| 10 Bramble Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £171,500 | 2024-07-26 | £179,693 |
| 14 Bramble Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-07-11 | £236,962 |
| 9 Bramble Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-07-26 | £244,913 |
NR8 6AZ 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 | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drayton Community Infant School School Road , Drayton NR8 6EP | - not rated | 613 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Community Infant School Road , Drayton NR8 6EP | - not rated | 613 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghost Hill Infant & Nursery School Eastfield , Taverham NR8 6PJ | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghost Hill Infant and Nursery School Eastfield , Taverham NR8 6PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton First and Middle School School Road , Drayton NR8 6EF | - not rated | 1,154 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 2,002 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Taverham High School Beech Avenue , Taverham NR8 6HP | 3out of 4 | 2,002 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 2out of 4 | 4,502 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | - not rated | 4,502 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Victory Academy Middleton Crescent , Costessey NR5 0PX | - not rated | 4,551 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,726 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Banks House School Bright House, 51 Wendene , NR5 9HA | - not rated | 5,330 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Public House | The Otter, 12 The Square | 194 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tai Yin Peking & Cantonese Takeaway | 1 The Square, Drayton | 142 yd | |
| Marriott Fish & Chips | 2 The Square, Drayton | 144 yd | |
| Curry Pot | 236B Fakenham Road, Taverham | 973 yd | |
| Shaney's Grill | 236 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 982 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longdale | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 360 yd |
| Drayton Community Infant School SCHOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 611 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 | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.