Chapel Road is in Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 1RG 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 Chapel Road, Wisbech, PE13 1RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 1RF, PE13 1NB, PE13 1NA, PE13 1NN, PE13 1NF, PE13 1NL, PE13 1RD, PE13 1NJ, PE13 1JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE13 1RG 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 1RG, 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 1RG 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 Chapel Road 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.
Chapel Road 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Chapel Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2024-05-21 | £25,566 |
| 2 Chapel Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2018-07-23 | £57,585 |
| 3A Chapel Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2003-08-05 | £93,817 |
| 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 | 5,180 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 | 651 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nene Infant & Nursery School Norwich Road , PE13 2AP | 2out of 4 | 890 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Road Primary School Elm Road , PE13 2TB | 3out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | 1out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarkson Infants School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,474 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 | 1,540 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland High School School Road , West Walton PE14 7HA | 3out of 4 | 4,321 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 | 223 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wisbech Grammar School Chapel Road , Wisbech PE13 1RH | - not rated | 342 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap Academy - Nene Valley Coalwharf Road , PE13 2FP | 3out of 4 | 356 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Centre Enterprise House, Old Field Lane , PE13 2RJ | - not rated | 796 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane , PE13 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,886 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe D-licious | 14 - 15 Old Market, Wisbech | 128 yd | |
| Moja Restaurant | 13A North Street, Wisbech | 164 yd | |
| Krispy Treats | 13 North Street, Wisbech | 166 yd | |
| Woody's Waffles | 5 Bridge Street, Wisbech | 175 yd | |
| The Hare And Hounds | Hare And Hounds Hotel, 4 North Brink | 179 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Rugby Union FC | Chapel Road, Wisbech | 33 yd | |
| The Kings Head | 13 Old Market, Wisbech | 128 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 32 North Brink, Wisbech | 179 yd | |
| Wisbech Conservative Club Limited | 36 Alexandra Road, Wisbech | 271 yd | |
| Wisbech And District Ex Services Club | Alexandra Road, Wisbech | 271 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Fish Bar | 5 Old Market, Wisbech | 128 yd | |
| Ho Ho Chinese Takeaway | 7 North Street, Wisbech | 164 yd | |
| Ruby Chinese Takeaway | 12 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 182 yd | |
| Best Kebab | 13 - 15 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 182 yd | |
| Loafers Sandwich Bar | 30 High Street, Wisbech | 221 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nene Shop | 2 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 182 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 295 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Units, 9 - 10 Horsefair | 332 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 362 yd | |
| Nene Supermarket | 14 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 420 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Rugby Club WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC CHAPEL ROAD | grass pitches | 94 yd |
| Shapers Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 203 yd |
| Wisbech Grammar School NORTH BRINK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 422 yd |
| Hudson Leisure Centre Harecroft Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 510 yd |
| Wisbech Lawn Tennis Club Harecroft Road | tennis courts | 570 yd |
| Wisbech Cricket & Hockey Club CLUB HOUSE CLUB HOUSE HARECROFT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 615 yd |
| Wisbech Town Park VERDUN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 717 yd |
| Wisbech Squash Club HARECROFT ROAD | squash courts | 755 yd |
| Barton Road Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND BARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 976 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 | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| 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.