Tavistock Road is in Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 2DY 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 Tavistock Road, Wisbech, PE13 2DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 3DN, PE13 2EA, PE13 2EF, PE13 2HF, PE13 3DW, PE13 2EG, PE13 2EN, PE13 2EP, PE13 2DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE13 2DY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.6% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.4% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 21.5% | 33.2% | 11.7% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 42.8% | -12.4% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 10.4% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 11.3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 39.1% | 41.1% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 37.5% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 15.8% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 20.1% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 12.3% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 15.2% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.7% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 16.3% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 23.2% | -0.4% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 5.4% | 7.2% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 4.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.6% | 94.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 77.1% 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 | 89.9% | 77.1% | -12.8% | 83.2% | -6.1% |
| European Union | 6% | 18.6% | 12.6% | 6.1% | 12.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.4% | 77.2% | -12.2% | 83.2% | -6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 9.7% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 7% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 4.8% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 1.2% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.8% | 76.7% | -17.9% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 6.3% | 0.3% | 6.0% |
| Poland | 6.1% | 1.3% | 4.8% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4.8% | 1.5% | 3.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tavistock Road was 136.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.4% higher than the Wisbech North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tavistock Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Wisbech North and the 49th highest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Tavistock Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-06-25 | £180,669 |
| 3 Tavistock Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-06-24 | £382,218 |
| 9 Tavistock Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-07-24 | £306,985 |
| 28 Tavistock Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2019-11-22 | £576,445 |
| 2 Tavistock Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2019-09-13 | £415,078 |
PE13 2DY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PE13 2DY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 125 |
| Retired | 109 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Education | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 4,717 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkson Infants School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 3out of 4 | 586 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 2out of 4 | 603 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nene Infant & Nursery School Norwich Road , PE13 2AP | 2out of 4 | 696 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | 1out of 4 | 863 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Road Primary School Elm Road , PE13 2TB | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,581 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland High School School Road , West Walton PE14 7HA | 3out of 4 | 3,700 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 | 929 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap Academy - Nene Valley Coalwharf Road , PE13 2FP | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wisbech Grammar School Chapel Road , Wisbech PE13 1RH | - not rated | 1,205 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Centre Enterprise House, Old Field Lane , PE13 2RJ | - not rated | 1,391 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane , PE13 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,495 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 Snack Shack | Cafe, 7 York Row | 260 yd | |
| Compass Group @ Princes Staff Canteen | Princes Food Limited, Lynn Road | 360 yd | |
| North Cambridgeshire Hospital Staff Catering | North Cambridgeshire Hospital, St Augustines Road | 452 yd | |
| Park Street Pantry | 85 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 519 yd | |
| Britannia Cafe | 2 Blackfriars Road, Wisbech | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAFA Club | 22 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 489 yd | |
| Winners Bingo | 1 Blackfriars Road, Wisbech | 519 yd | |
| Wine Bar | 3 Little Church Street, Wisbech | 551 yd | |
| Duke's Steakhouse | Dukes Head, 8 Church Terrace | 601 yd | |
| Three Tuns | 76 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 12 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 489 yd | |
| VIP Fast Food | 78 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 497 yd | |
| Hot Point Pizza And Burger | 78 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 497 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab House | 18 Blackfriars Road, Wisbech | 519 yd | |
| V And P Foods | Kiosk, Hill Street | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nene Supermarket | 14 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 499 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Units, 9 - 10 Horsefair | 589 yd | |
| Nene Shop | 2 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 754 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 805 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 876 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Town Park VERDUN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 254 yd |
| Fenland Park (Closed) Lerowe Road | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Shapers Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 736 yd |
| Wisbech Rugby Club WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC CHAPEL ROAD | grass pitches | 965 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 | 37.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.