Second Avenue is in Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 2BX is located in the Wisbech South 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 Second Avenue, Wisbech, PE13 2BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 2BU, PE13 2BP, PE13 2DD, PE13 2BG, PE13 2JA, PE13 2JB, PE13 2BS, PE13 2BJ, PE13 2AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE13 2BX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 51.3% | 47.6% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 48.7% | 52.4% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.3% | 30.7% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.3% | 41.6% | 1.3% | 44.2% | -2.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 12.9% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 15.9% | 10.9% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 30.8% | 38.7% | 7.9% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 33.3% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 23.9% | 18.7% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 8% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 2BX this area, 28.4% 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 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.3% | 28.4% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 9% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 17.9% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.5% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 18.4% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 17.4% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 7.5% | 4.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.3% | 96% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 81.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 81.8% | -7.9% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| European Union | 9.8% | 15.1% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 9.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88% | 81.8% | -6.2% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.8% | 9.8% | 6.0% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 76.7% | -16.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 9.9% | 1.5% | 8.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Second Avenue was 17.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.0% lower than the Leverington & Wisbech Rural average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Second Avenue has the 5th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Leverington & Wisbech Rural and the 21st lowest crime rate of 303 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Second Avenue, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2019-10-29 | £297,084 |
| 7 Second Avenue, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2018-12-18 | £222,500 |
| 4 Second Avenue, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2017-11-10 | £311,111 |
| 11 Second Avenue, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2017-09-29 | £333,655 |
| 3 Second Avenue, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2017-09-29 | £183,510 |
PE13 2BX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emneth Nursery School Hollycroft Road , PE14 8AY | 4out of 4 | 4,028 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | 3out of 4 | 266 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | - not rated | 266 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nene Infant & Nursery School Norwich Road , PE13 2AP | 3out of 4 | 400 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nene Infant School Norwich Road , PE13 2AP | - not rated | 400 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Road Primary School Elm Road , PE13 2TB | - not rated | 610 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Clarkson Community College Corporation Road , PE13 2SE | - not rated | 1,003 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen's School Corporation Road , PE13 2SE | - not rated | 1,003 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Clarkson Academy Corporation Road , PE13 2SE | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wisbech Academy Weasenham Lane , PE13 2RU | - not rated | 1,339 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland High School School Road , West Walton PE14 7HA | 3out of 4 | 4,214 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isle College Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JE | - not rated | 415 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane , PE13 2JH | 4out of 4 | 768 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowgate School Meadowgate Lane , PE13 2JH | - not rated | 768 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Audrey's Convent School Alexandra Road , PE13 1HW | - not rated | 843 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Advanced Education - Rose House C/O Advanced Education , Wisbech School, Old Session House PE13 1JJ | - not rated | 1,089 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Wisbech School Old Sessions House , 32 Somers Road PE13 1JF | - not rated | 1,134 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Street Pantry | 85 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 359 yd | |
| College Of West Anglia | Isle College, Ramnoth Road | 414 yd | |
| Pas Roma | 22 - 24 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 527 yd | |
| Wisbech Fish Bar & Kebab House | 19 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 535 yd | |
| North Cambridgeshire Hospital Staff Catering | North Cambridgeshire Hospital, St Augustines Road | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Tuns | 76 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 413 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | 18 - 22 Church Terrace, Wisbech | 572 yd | |
| Duke's Steakhouse | Dukes Head, 8 Church Terrace | 683 yd | |
| Winners Bingo | 1 Blackfriars Road, Wisbech | 704 yd | |
| Wine Bar | 3 Little Church Street, Wisbech | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIP Fast Food | 78 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 309 yd | |
| Hot Point Pizza And Burger | 78 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 309 yd | |
| China Garden | 41 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 470 yd | |
| San San Chinese Takeaway | 31 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 470 yd | |
| Hot Junction | 44 West Street, Wisbech | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | Units, 9 - 10 Horsefair | 793 yd | |
| Nene Supermarket | 14 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 901 yd | |
| Nene Shop | 2 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 926 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Town Park VERDUN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 519 yd |
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 769 yd |
| Thomas Clarkson Academy CORPORATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,005 yd |
| Shapers Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,058 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 32.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.