North Brink is in Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 1JR is located in the Wisbech Riverside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about North Brink, Wisbech, PE13 1JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 1JQ, PE13 1RH, PE13 1JF, PE13 2RA, PE13 1RG, PE13 1JD, PE13 1JA, PE13 1NA, PE13 2PB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE13 1JR has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 48.5% | 47.1% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 51.5% | 52.9% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 1JR, 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 | 47.9% | 56.8% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.9% | 23.5% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -20.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 3.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 13.6% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 | 42.8% | 40.1% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 43.1% | 40.1% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 13.1% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 5.8% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 1JR this area, 29.9% 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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 29.9% | 5.0% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 13.6% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 15.6% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 8.5% | 6.6% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 12.2% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 17.3% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 23% | 2.7% | -20.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 91.6% | 91.5% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 63.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.9% | 63.5% | 7.6% | 83.2% | -19.7% |
| European Union | 37.3% | 28.9% | -8.4% | 6.1% | 22.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Africa | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 55.3% | 63.1% | 7.8% | 83.2% | -20.1% |
| 10+ Years | 12.8% | 15.7% | 2.9% | 9.8% | 5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 19.3% | 8.7% | -10.6% | 2.9% | 5.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.1% | 8.4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 6.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 4.1% | -1.3% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 45.3% | 76.7% | -31.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Lithuania | 12.5% | 0.3% | 12.2% |
| Poland | 4.9% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 8.7% | 1.5% | 7.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Brink was 339.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 380.3% higher than the Leverington & Wisbech Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Brink has the 6th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Leverington & Wisbech Rural and the 14th highest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 139.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 North Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-05-31 | £224,978 |
| 34 North Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-11-01 | £195,800 |
| 31 North Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-04-08 | £291,896 |
| 30 North Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2020-09-11 | £232,922 |
| 34 North Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,100 | 2020-08-26 | £151,201 |
| Full-Time Employee | 126 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Other | 32 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 85 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 5,230 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peckover Primary School Leverington Road , PE13 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nene Infant & Nursery School Norwich Road , PE13 2AP | 2out of 4 | 979 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Road Primary School Elm Road , PE13 2TB | 3out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | 1out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarkson Infants School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,658 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 | 1,526 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland High School School Road , West Walton PE14 7HA | 3out of 4 | 4,503 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Grammar School Chapel Road , Wisbech PE13 1RH | - not rated | 151 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Wisbech School Old Sessions House , 32 Somers Road PE13 1JF | - not rated | 227 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap Academy - Nene Valley Coalwharf Road , PE13 2FP | 3out of 4 | 256 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Centre Enterprise House, Old Field Lane , PE13 2RJ | - not rated | 680 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane , PE13 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,951 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hare And Hounds | Hare And Hounds Hotel, 4 North Brink | 14 yd | |
| Woody's Waffles | 5 Bridge Street, Wisbech | 258 yd | |
| Cafe D-licious | 14 - 15 Old Market, Wisbech | 315 yd | |
| The Italian Affair | New Inn Yard, Wisbech | 327 yd | |
| Moja Restaurant | 13A North Street, Wisbech | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 32 North Brink, Wisbech | 14 yd | |
| Wisbech Rugby Union FC | Chapel Road, Wisbech | 161 yd | |
| Wisbech Conservative Club Limited | 36 Alexandra Road, Wisbech | 311 yd | |
| Wisbech And District Ex Services Club | Alexandra Road, Wisbech | 311 yd | |
| The Angel | 45 Alexandra Road, Wisbech | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Fish Bar | 5 Old Market, Wisbech | 315 yd | |
| Ruby Chinese Takeaway | 12 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 327 yd | |
| Best Kebab | 13 - 15 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 327 yd | |
| Ho Ho Chinese Takeaway | 7 North Street, Wisbech | 355 yd | |
| Pizza Crazy | 5 - 6 High Street, Wisbech | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nene Shop | 2 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 327 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 434 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Units, 9 - 10 Horsefair | 493 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 521 yd | |
| Nene Supermarket | 14 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 612 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Rugby Club WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC CHAPEL ROAD | grass pitches | 170 yd |
| Wisbech Grammar School NORTH BRINK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 230 yd |
| Shapers Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 393 yd |
| Hudson Leisure Centre Harecroft Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 398 yd |
| Wisbech Lawn Tennis Club Harecroft Road | tennis courts | 510 yd |
| Wisbech Cricket & Hockey Club CLUB HOUSE CLUB HOUSE HARECROFT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Wisbech Squash Club HARECROFT ROAD | squash courts | 781 yd |
| Barton Road Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND BARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Wisbech Town Park VERDUN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 882 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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 | 64.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.