Hedgemere is in Taverham, Norwich and in Broadland district. NR8 6GG is located in the Taverham North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1996-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hedgemere, Taverham, Norwich, NR8 6GG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR8 6GF, NR8 6GA, NR8 6GR, NR8 6GB, NR8 6LR, NR8 6GD, NR8 6LS, NR8 6GP, NR8 6GQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR8 6GG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 51.1% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 45.6% | 48.9% | 3.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.8% | 36.2% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 44.3% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 17.4% | 10.7% | -6.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 4% | 1.8% | 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 (86.2%) 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 | 60.6% | 56% | -4.6% | 48.4% | 7.6% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 30.2% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 10.4% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 13% | 13.3% | 0.3% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 8% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 21.3% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 16.7% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.3% | 30.7% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 100% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 95.6% | 94.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 95% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.6% | 37.2% | 16.4% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hedgemere was 10.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.6% lower than the Taverham North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hedgemere has the 12th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Taverham North and the 78th lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hedgemere, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-11-07 | £194,328 |
| 20 Hedgemere, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-06-09 | £349,864 |
| 2 Hedgemere, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-09-22 | £211,692 |
| 6 Hedgemere, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2020-08-10 | £202,204 |
| 11 Hedgemere, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-03-09 | £377,681 |
NR8 6GG 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nightingale Infant & Nursery School Nightingale Drive , Taverham NR8 6LA | 1out of 4 | 821 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Taverham VC CE Junior School Taverham Road , Taverham NR8 6SX | 3out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghost Hill Infant and Nursery School Eastfield , Taverham NR8 6PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Community Infant School School Road , Drayton NR8 6EP | 3out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton CofE Junior School School Road , Drayton NR8 6EF | 3out of 4 | 2,033 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 | 3out of 4 | 974 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Victory Academy Middleton Crescent , Costessey NR5 0PX | 4out of 4 | 4,777 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 3out of 4 | 5,390 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,874 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hinks Hut - Taverham Football Club | Hinks Meadow Village Hall, Kingswood Avenue | 641 yd | |
| Magnolia's Restaurant Ltd | Taverham Garden Centre, Fir Covert Road | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Fox Public House (Wet Sales Only) | Silver Fox, 264 Fakenham Road | 371 yd | |
| Otter Public House | The Otter, 12 The Square | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaney's Grill | 236 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 397 yd | |
| Curry Pot | 236B Fakenham Road, Taverham | 407 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | 295 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 418 yd | |
| Dragon Palace Takeaway | 297A Fakenham Road, Taverham | 422 yd | |
| Marriott Fish & Chips | 2 The Square, Drayton | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 262 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 356 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hinks Meadow KINGSWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Sandy Lane Playing Field LABURNUM AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,008 yd |
| Taverham High School BEECH AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,091 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 | 49 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.63 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.63 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.