Common Lane is in Great Witchingham, Norwich and in Broadland district. NR9 5QH is located in the Great Witchingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broadland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Common Lane, Great Witchingham, Norwich, NR9 5QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR9 5QQ, NR9 5AE, NR9 5QE, NR9 5QJ, NR9 5QP, NR9 5BG, NR9 5QN, NR9 5AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR9 5QH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents 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 | 51.3% | 49.8% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48.7% | 50.2% | 1.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.6% | 22.9% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 49% | -11.6% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8% | 11.9% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 13.3% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 7.2% |
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 | 38.9% | 40.4% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 44.2% | 39.1% | -5.1% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14.9% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 23% | 18.7% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 13.9% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 15.8% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.2% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 10% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 32.1% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.3% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.3% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 95.8% | 93.2% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 93.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Common Lane was 101.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 203.6% higher than the Eynesford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Common Lane has the highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Eynesford and the 35th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Broadland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amberley Lodge Common Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £1,075,000 | 2023-10-12 | £1,055,743 |
| Meadow View Common Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2019-02-28 | £402,219 |
| Meadow View Common Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £351,000 | 2016-01-12 | £467,331 |
| 10 Common Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2015-12-04 | £233,671 |
| 11 Common Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2012-11-30 | £355,284 |
NR9 5QH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NR9 5QH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR9 5QH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy The Street , Lenwade NR9 5SD | 3out of 4 | 454 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyng Church of England Primary School Wensum Road , NR9 5RJ | 3out of 4 | 3,110 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reepham Primary School School Road , Reepham NR10 4JP | 3out of 4 | 4,669 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reepham High School and College Whitwell Road , Reepham NR10 4JT | 3out of 4 | 4,402 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Of Hearts | Queen Of Hearts Tea Room And Bar, 55 Fakenham Road | 229 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenwade Fish & Chip Shop | 67 Fakenham Road, Great Witchingham | 139 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Witchingham Playing Field FOXHILLS FOXHILLS COMMON LANE | grass pitches | 96 yd |
| Walcis Park Fakenham Road | grass pitches | 752 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.48 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.