We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Norwich in Norwich from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Norwich older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Norwich and Norwich? Is Norwich an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Norwich Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Norwich residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | Mancroft | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 14.49% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 7.74% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 11.18% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.48% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 24.41% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 36.36% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Norwich?
The largest employment sector in Norwich is Professional Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Professional Occupations | 23.32% |
| Elementary Occupations | 13.77% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 13.44% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 10.47% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 8.72% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 7.71% |
| Skilled Trades | 7.37% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 5.45% |
Norwich Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Norwich.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich | 3.6% | -0.8% |
| East of England | 3% | -0.3% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 45.45% |
| In Part-Time Work | 26.38% |
| Unemployed | 7.95% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Norwich & Norwich Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Norwich in the Norwich local area district.
| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Mancroft | 77.43% | 22.57% |
| Norwich | 82.41% | 17.59% |
| East | 85.09% | 14.91% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Norwich compared to other wards in Norwich
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thorpe Hamlet | 76.43% | 23.57% |
| 2 | Mancroft | 77.43% | 22.57% |
| 3 | Bowthorpe | 79.49% | 20.51% |
| 4 | Town Close | 79.8% | 20.2% |
| 5 | University | 80.99% | 19.01% |
| 6 | Catton Grove | 82.19% | 17.81% |
| 7 | Mile Cross | 82.57% | 17.43% |
| 8 | Sewell | 83.04% | 16.96% |
| 9 | Wensum | 83.53% | 16.47% |
| 10 | Nelson | 84.39% | 15.61% |
| 11 | Lakenham | 85.9% | 14.1% |
| 12 | Eaton | 86.31% | 13.69% |
| 13 | Crome | 88.26% | 11.74% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Norwich Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Mancroft.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Norwich and Norwich
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Norwich either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 26.54 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 73.46 of Norwich residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Mancroft | 26.54% | 73.46% |
| Norwich | 42.05% | 57.95% |
| East | 65.23% | 34.77% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Norwich has a significantly lower level of home ownership than the national average. This is indicative or an economically deprived area.
Norwich compared to other wards in Norwich
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eaton | 70.87% | 29.13% |
| 2 | Nelson (Norwich) | 50.35% | 49.65% |
| 3 | Sewell | 48.29% | 51.71% |
| 4 | Crome | 47.79% | 52.21% |
| 5 | Catton Grove | 46.52% | 53.48% |
| 6 | Town Close | 42.19% | 57.81% |
| 7 | Lakenham | 42.04% | 57.96% |
| 8 | Thorpe Hamlet | 36.88% | 63.12% |
| 9 | Bowthorpe | 36.8% | 63.2% |
| 10 | Wensum | 35.58% | 64.42% |
| 11 | Mile Cross | 34.25% | 65.75% |
| 12 | University (Norwich) | 31.19% | 68.81% |
| 13 | Mancroft | 26.54% | 73.46% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Norwich Health Statistics
Mancroft has a significantly lower proportion of residents (>5%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mancroft | 39.38% | 36.67% | 16.68% | 5.56% | 1.71% |
| Norwich | 43.94% | 36.29% | 14.14% | 4.43% | 1.21% |
| East | 48.28% | 34.64% | 12.5% | 3.58% | 1% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Norwich changed since 2011?
Norwich residents who describe their health as either good or very good has decreased by 0.06% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 44.87% | 35.42% | 14.05% | 4.42% | 1.24% |
| 2021 | 43.94% | 36.29% | 14.14% | 4.43% | 1.21% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Norwich and Norwich?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Norwich including Norwich. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Bowthorpe | 9655 |
| Catton Grove | 10947 |
| Crome | 11601 |
| Eaton | 9796 |
| Lakenham | 9788 |
| Mancroft | 9755 |
| Mile Cross | 11078 |
| Nelson | 10939 |
| Sewell | 9908 |
| Thorpe Hamlet | 9595 |
| Town Close | 10392 |
| University | 16559 |
| Wensum | 12164 |
| Norwich Total | 142177 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
