Quarry Lane is in Lyng, Norwich and in Breckland district. NR9 5RS is located in the Upper Wensum electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Quarry Lane, Lyng, Norwich, NR9 5RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR9 5RD, NR9 5RU, NR9 5RH, NR9 5RR, NR9 5RG, NR9 5RT, NR9 5RX, NR9 5RP, NR9 5RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR9 5RS has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 48.4% | 49% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 51.6% | 51% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 NR9 5RS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% 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 | 22.7% | 26.7% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 55.1% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 10.2% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 5.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 40.4% | 43.5% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 34.8% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 17.4% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.5% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 25.6% | 14.8% | -10.8% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 13.1% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 19% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.2% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 18.6% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 24.9% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.5% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.4% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.9% | 98.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 97.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Quarry Lane was 28.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.1% higher than the Lincoln average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Quarry Lane has the 11th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Lincoln and the 174th lowest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allwood Quarry Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2018-10-26 | £315,852 |
| Cherianda Quarry Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2015-12-15 | £502,144 |
| Allwood Quarry Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2010-09-02 | £278,298 |
| Bittern 3 Lakeside Country Club Quarry Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2008-05-30 | £224,348 |
| Bittern 2 Lakeside Country Club Quarry Lane, Norwich, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £175,000 | 2008-05-28 | £218,116 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NR9 5RS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyng Church of England Primary School Wensum Road , NR9 5RJ | 3out of 4 | 497 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy The Street , Lenwade NR9 5SD | 3out of 4 | 3,734 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bawdeswell Community Primary School Fakenham Road , Bawdeswell NR20 4RR | 3out of 4 | 3,842 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fox | Fox And Hounds Public House The Street | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyng General Stores | The Common Lyng Stores, Lyng | 259 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher Lakes & Apartments (Closed) Quarry Lane | indoor bowls, swimming pool | 199 yd |
| Lyng Playing Field PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD RICHMOND PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 392 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.