Nutwood Close is in Taverham, Norwich and in Broadland district. NR8 6UY is located in the Taverham North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nutwood Close, Taverham, Norwich, NR8 6UY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR8 6UW, NR8 6YN, NR8 6UZ, NR8 6UR, NR8 6UN, NR8 6XB, NR8 6UH, NR8 6UL, NR8 6LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR8 6UY is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 46.9% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 52.3% | 53.1% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 | 42.9% | 41.7% | -1.2% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 33.7% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4% | 4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 17.1% | 6.2% | 9.1% | 8.0% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 (89.3%) 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 | 57.8% | 41.6% | -16.2% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 47.7% | 15.1% | 33.6% | 14.1% |
| Fair health | 5.5% | 9.6% | 4.1% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 6UY this area, 6.9% 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 | 13.1% | 6.9% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 10.3% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 16.7% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 29.3% | 12.2% | 16.9% | 12.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 30.5% | -0.4% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.7% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 2.4% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95% | 96% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 96.3% | 89.8% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 5.6% | 4.2% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 89.3% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 8.1% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.6% | 37.2% | 16.4% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nutwood Close was 33.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.1% higher than the Taverham North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nutwood Close has the 10th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Taverham North and the 200th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Nutwood Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-06-14 | £171,660 |
| 2 Nutwood Close, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-11-10 | £197,490 |
| 51 Nutwood Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-06-09 | £160,152 |
| 52 Nutwood Close, Norwich, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-06-01 | £135,887 |
| 35 Nutwood Close, Norwich, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-06-17 | £255,933 |
NR8 6UY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 844 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghost Hill Infant and Nursery School Eastfield , Taverham NR8 6PJ | 4out of 4 | 926 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Taverham VC CE Junior School Taverham Road , Taverham NR8 6SX | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Community Infant School School Road , Drayton NR8 6EP | 3out of 4 | 1,240 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton CofE Junior School School Road , Drayton NR8 6EF | 3out of 4 | 1,609 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 | 1,259 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Victory Academy Middleton Crescent , Costessey NR5 0PX | 4out of 4 | 4,460 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellesdon High School 187 Middletons Lane , Hellesdon NR6 5SB | 3out of 4 | 4,963 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 | 2,005 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 | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Public House | The Otter, 12 The Square | 437 yd | |
| Silver Fox Public House (Wet Sales Only) | Silver Fox, 264 Fakenham Road | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry Pot | 236B Fakenham Road, Taverham | 348 yd | |
| Shaney's Grill | 236 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 356 yd | |
| Marriott Fish & Chips | 2 The Square, Drayton | 484 yd | |
| Tai Yin Peking & Cantonese Takeaway | 1 The Square, Drayton | 486 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | 295 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 262 Fakenham Road, Taverham | 608 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longdale | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 971 yd |
| Taverham Junior School TAVERHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 yd |
| Sandy Lane Playing Field LABURNUM AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,041 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 | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.