Hillburn Road is in Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 2PL 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 Hillburn Road, Wisbech, PE13 2PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 2PJ, PE13 2PR, PE13 2PP, PE13 2PQ, PE13 2PE, PE13 2PD, PE13 2PT, PE13 2PG, PE13 2PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE13 2PL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 47.8% | 49.2% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 52.2% | 50.8% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PE13 2PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.6% | 29.4% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 51.7% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 5.6% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 8.9% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 43.3% | 40.4% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 37.6% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 17.8% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.6% | 26.1% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 12.3% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 18.3% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 7.8% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16.4% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 15.3% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 8.6% | 3.7% | -4.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.4% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 77% 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 | 91.4% | 77% | -14.4% | 83.2% | -6.2% |
| European Union | 7.3% | 20.1% | 12.8% | 6.1% | 14.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 77% | -13.4% | 83.2% | -6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 14.7% | 12.2% | 9.8% | 4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 5.8% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.5% | 76.7% | -12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 10.2% | 0.3% | 9.9% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 4.8% | 1.5% | 3.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.5% | 37.2% | -11.7% |
| Christian | 68.8% | 46.2% | 22.6% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillburn Road was 82.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.7% higher than the Leverington & Wisbech Rural average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hillburn Road has the 28th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Leverington & Wisbech Rural and the 109th highest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Hillburn Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-07-04 | £156,311 |
| 9 Hillburn Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-07-14 | £253,939 |
| 25 Hillburn Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-05-16 | £207,239 |
| 31 Hillburn Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-08-17 | £251,002 |
| 34 Hillburn Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-04-22 | £169,831 |
PE13 2PL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emneth Nursery School Hollycroft Road , PE14 8AY | 4out of 4 | 4,826 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Road Primary School Elm Road , PE13 2TB | 3out of 4 | 696 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nene Infant & Nursery School Norwich Road , PE13 2AP | 2out of 4 | 769 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | 1out of 4 | 975 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peckover Primary School Leverington Road , PE13 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarkson Infants School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,745 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 | 1,063 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland High School School Road , West Walton PE14 7HA | 3out of 4 | 4,818 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Track Education Centre Enterprise House, Old Field Lane , PE13 2RJ | - not rated | 223 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap Academy - Nene Valley Coalwharf Road , PE13 2FP | 3out of 4 | 242 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Wisbech School Old Sessions House , 32 Somers Road PE13 1JF | - not rated | 371 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wisbech Grammar School Chapel Road , Wisbech PE13 1RH | - not rated | 439 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane , PE13 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,608 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Lodge | Day Care Centre Victoria Lodge, 18 Larksfield | 402 yd | |
| St Raphael Club | Love Lane, Wisbech | 417 yd | |
| Woody's Waffles | 5 Bridge Street, Wisbech | 456 yd | |
| Castle Cafe | The Pump House, The Castle | 495 yd | |
| The Hare And Hounds | Hare And Hounds Hotel, 4 North Brink | 499 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Working Mens Club | Wisbech And District Ex Services Club, Alexandra Road | 372 yd | |
| Wisbech Conservative Club Limited | 36 Alexandra Road, Wisbech | 372 yd | |
| Wisbech And District Ex Services Club | Alexandra Road, Wisbech | 372 yd | |
| The Angel | 45 Alexandra Road, Wisbech | 372 yd | |
| The Angles Theatre Bar | Angles Bar, The Angles Theatre | 372 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Chinese Takeaway | 52 Victoria Road, Wisbech | 347 yd | |
| King Kebab | 7A Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 446 yd | |
| Hot Junction | 44 West Street, Wisbech | 484 yd | |
| Toppings Pizza Shop | 3A Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 503 yd | |
| Hot And Spicy | 112 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 503 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nene Shop | 2 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 544 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Units, 9 - 10 Horsefair | 647 yd | |
| Nene Supermarket | 14 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 875 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 881 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 944 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Grammar School NORTH BRINK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 515 yd |
| Wisbech Rugby Club WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC CHAPEL ROAD | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Shapers Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 753 yd |
| Hudson Leisure Centre Harecroft Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 833 yd |
| Barton Road Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND BARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 911 yd |
| Ironworks Gym (Closed) Algores Way | health and fitness suite | 920 yd |
| Wisbech Town Park VERDUN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 937 yd |
| Thomas Clarkson Academy CORPORATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 946 yd |
| Esselle Ladies Health And Leisure Ltd (Closed) 12a 12a Algores Way | health and fitness suite | 967 yd |
| Wisbech Lawn Tennis Club Harecroft Road | tennis courts | 979 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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| 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 | 75.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.