Nightingale Drive is in Taverham, Norwich and in Broadland district. NR8 6LA is located in the Taverham South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nightingale Drive, Taverham, Norwich, NR8 6LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR8 6TN, NR8 6LQ, NR8 6JR, NR8 6LB, NR8 6TR, NR8 6JS, NR8 6JX, NR8 6JZ, NR8 6TD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR8 6LA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% 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% | 55.5% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 4.5% |
| Male | 48.5% | 44.5% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -4.5% |
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 6LA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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% | 28.6% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 52.7% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 9.4% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 7.1% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 34.9% | 38.8% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 42.3% | 33.7% | -8.6% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 17.6% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 7.3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 35.3% | 18.7% | -16.6% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 15.6% | 2.9% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 13.8% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 9.8% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.4% | 16% | 10.6% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 22.2% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 5.4% | 4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 96.3% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 97.5% | 97.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nightingale Drive was 47.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.7% higher than the Taverham North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nightingale Drive has the 5th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Taverham North and the 126th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nightingale Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-10-26 | £109,262 |
| 49 Nightingale Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-09-15 | £202,851 |
| 2A Nightingale Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2017-05-16 | £340,372 |
| 16 Nightingale Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2012-10-05 | £195,643 |
| 49 Nightingale Drive, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2011-10-28 | £214,545 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NR8 6LA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nightingale Infant & Nursery School Nightingale Drive , Taverham NR8 6LA | 1out of 4 | 171 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Taverham VC CE Junior School Taverham Road , Taverham NR8 6SX | 3out of 4 | 494 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghost Hill Infant and Nursery School Eastfield , Taverham NR8 6PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Community Infant School School Road , Drayton NR8 6EP | 3out of 4 | 2,098 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Hill Primary School Kestrel Avenue , Queen's Hills NR8 5FT | 3out of 4 | 2,165 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 590 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Victory Academy Middleton Crescent , Costessey NR5 0PX | 4out of 4 | 4,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 3out of 4 | 5,419 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 | 1,006 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 | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Fox Public House (Wet Sales Only) | Silver Fox, 264 Fakenham Road | 595 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Palace Takeaway | 297A Fakenham Road, Taverham | 525 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | 295 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 525 yd | |
| Taverham Fish Bar | 13B Victoria Road, Taverham | 560 yd | |
| Lucky House | 13A Victoria Road, Taverham | 560 yd | |
| Shaney's Grill | 236 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 262 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 587 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Lane Playing Field LABURNUM AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 114 yd |
| Taverham Junior School TAVERHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 369 yd |
| Taverham High School BEECH AVENUE | grass pitches | 712 yd |
| Beech Avenue Sports Ground Beech Avenue | artificial grass pitch, cycling | 802 yd |
| Wensum Valley Hotel Golf & Country Club BEECH AVENUE | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 935 yd |
| Hinks Meadow KINGSWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 997 yd |
| Roundwood Bowls Club ROUNDWOOD INDOOR BOWLS CLUB ROUNDWOOD INDOOR BOWLS CLUB RINGLAND ROAD | indoor bowls | 1,082 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 | 36.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 36.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 36.4% |
| 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 | 38 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.