Drayton High Road is in Drayton, Norwich and in Broadland district. NR8 6BD is located in the Drayton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Drayton High Road, Drayton, Norwich, NR8 6BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR8 6BE, NR8 6BT, NR8 6BS, NR8 6BP, NR8 6DB, NR8 6BA, NR8 6DL, NR8 6DA, NR8 6BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR8 6BD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.2% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.8% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 NR8 6BD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% 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 | 31.3% | 30.7% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 56% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -5.7% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 7.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 38.1% | 41.3% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 42.2% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 8.6% |
| Fair health | 15% | 13.7% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 1.9% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 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.
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 22.9% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 9.9% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 15% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.9% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 18.4% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 22.2% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.8% | 97.5% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 95% | 95% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 95% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Drayton High Road was 13.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.5% lower than the Drayton North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Drayton High Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 16 local areas in Drayton North and the 100th lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 Drayton High Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-02-02 | £215,854 |
| 117 Drayton High Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-04-30 | £245,775 |
| 127 Drayton High Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-04-30 | £284,876 |
| 137 Drayton High Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2019-07-19 | £278,164 |
| 127 Drayton High Road, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2019-02-14 | £268,381 |
NR8 6BD 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.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Other | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlham Nursery School Cadge Road , NR5 8DB | 4out of 4 | 4,232 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drayton CofE Junior School School Road , Drayton NR8 6EF | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arden Grove Infant and Nursery School Arden Grove , Hellesdon NR6 6QA | 4out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Community Infant School School Road , Drayton NR8 6EP | 3out of 4 | 1,976 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinsale Junior School Kinsale Avenue , Hellesdon NR6 5SG | 3out of 4 | 2,077 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinsale Infant School Kinsale Avenue , Hellesdon NR6 5SG | 3out of 4 | 2,077 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 3out of 4 | 1,941 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Victory Academy Middleton Crescent , Costessey NR5 0PX | 4out of 4 | 3,159 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Taverham High School Beech Avenue , Taverham NR8 6HP | 3out of 4 | 4,078 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Norwich 299 Bluebell Road , NR4 7LP | 2out of 4 | 5,304 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sewell Park Academy St Clement's Hill , NR3 4BX | 2out of 4 | 5,383 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banks House School 55a Norwich Road , NR5 0EQ | - not rated | 3,137 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Include School Norfolk 27 Hurricane Way , Airport Industrial Estate NR6 6HE | - not rated | 3,802 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Education 168b Motum Road , NR5 8EG | - not rated | 4,125 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Preparatory School At Taverham Hall Taverham Park , Taverham NR8 6HU | - not rated | 4,275 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall School St Faith's Road , Old Catton NR6 7AD | 3out of 4 | 4,407 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE V PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGE V PLAYING FIELD DRAYTON HIGH ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 358 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.