Stermyn Street is in Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 1EQ is located in the Wisbech South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stermyn Street, Wisbech, PE13 1EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 1BL, PE13 2DP, PE13 1BJ, PE13 2AW, PE13 2AA, PE13 1AU, PE13 2LD, PE13 1ES, PE13 2HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE13 1EQ is primarily male, with 53.8% 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 | 43.9% | 46.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 56.1% | 53.8% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PE13 1EQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 51.2% | 56.8% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.5% | 18.3% | -6.2% | 44.2% | -25.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.5% |
| Separated | 6.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 13.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 40.7% | 40.6% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 42.2% | 41% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 7.4% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around PE13 1EQ this area, 39.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 39.8% | 12.8% | 18.2% | 21.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 12.4% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 8.8% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 7.5% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.4% | 8% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -8.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 15% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 30.3% | 8.4% | -21.9% | 2.8% | 5.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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 | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.5% | 90.8% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 4.2% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, just 35.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.6% | 35.1% | -12.5% | 83.2% | -48.1% |
| European Union | 44.6% | 61.5% | 16.9% | 6.1% | 55.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 35.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 17% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 46.8% | 34.8% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -48.4% |
| 10+ Years | 16.3% | 17% | 0.7% | 9.8% | 7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 21.2% | 22.7% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 19.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.5% | 16.3% | 5.8% | 2.2% | 14.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 9.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 20.1% | 76.7% | -56.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 27.7% | 0.3% | 27.4% |
| Poland | 7.2% | 1.3% | 5.9% |
| Romania | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 20.1% | 1.5% | 18.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 65.6% | 46.2% | 19.4% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stermyn Street was 487.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 589.7% higher than the Leverington & Wisbech Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stermyn Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Leverington & Wisbech Rural and the 6th highest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 289.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Stermyn Street, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-01-17 | £175,000 |
| 2 Stermyn Street, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2005-05-31 | £260,372 |
PE13 1EQ 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 | 137 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Retired | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 83 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 56 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emneth Nursery School Hollycroft Road , PE14 8AY | 4out of 4 | 4,682 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nene Infant & Nursery School Norwich Road , PE13 2AP | 2out of 4 | 382 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Road Primary School Elm Road , PE13 2TB | 3out of 4 | 597 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | 1out of 4 | 655 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peckover Primary School Leverington Road , PE13 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,059 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarkson Infants School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Clarkson Academy Corporation Road , PE13 2SE | 2out of 4 | 1,150 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland High School School Road , West Walton PE14 7HA | 3out of 4 | 4,296 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Wisbech School Old Sessions House , 32 Somers Road PE13 1JF | - not rated | 406 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap Academy - Nene Valley Coalwharf Road , PE13 2FP | 3out of 4 | 521 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wisbech Grammar School Chapel Road , Wisbech PE13 1RH | - not rated | 706 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Centre Enterprise House, Old Field Lane , PE13 2RJ | - not rated | 773 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane , PE13 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smakas Restaurant | 6 Falcon Road, Wisbech | 124 yd | |
| WAGWAN | 13 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 139 yd | |
| Lumira | 97A Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 140 yd | |
| Rasskozova | 95 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 140 yd | |
| Castle Cafe | The Pump House, The Castle | 169 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf | 18 - 22 Church Terrace, Wisbech | 58 yd | |
| Duke's Steakhouse | Dukes Head, 8 Church Terrace | 101 yd | |
| Wine Bar | 3 Little Church Street, Wisbech | 177 yd | |
| Winners Bingo | 1 Blackfriars Road, Wisbech | 191 yd | |
| Three Tuns | 76 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 212 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot And Spicy | 112 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 139 yd | |
| Taste Of Paradise | 103 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 139 yd | |
| Toppings Pizza Shop | 3A Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 140 yd | |
| China Garden | 41 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 172 yd | |
| San San Chinese Takeaway | 31 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 172 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | Units, 9 - 10 Horsefair | 241 yd | |
| Nene Shop | 2 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 330 yd | |
| Nene Supermarket | 14 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 455 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 704 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 706 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Town Park VERDUN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 368 yd |
| Shapers Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 508 yd |
| Wisbech Rugby Club WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC CHAPEL ROAD | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Wisbech Grammar School NORTH BRINK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Hudson Leisure Centre Harecroft Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 1,006 yd |
| Thomas Clarkson Academy CORPORATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,079 yd |
| Wisbech Lawn Tennis Club Harecroft Road | tennis courts | 1,081 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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.