Howletts Hill is in Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 2XH is located in the Wisbech South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2000-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Howletts Hill, Wisbech, PE13 2XH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 2LF, PE13 2LY, PE13 2LE, PE13 2LX, PE13 2LL, PE13 2LJ, PE13 2ND, PE13 2LZ, PE13 2AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE13 2XH is primarily male, with 53.8% of the population 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 | 43.9% | 46.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 56.1% | 53.8% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PE13 2XH, 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 | 51.2% | 56.8% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.5% | 18.3% | -6.2% | 44.2% | -25.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.5% |
| Separated | 6.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 13.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 40.7% | 40.6% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 42.2% | 41% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 7.4% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 2XH this area, 39.8% 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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 39.8% | 12.8% | 18.2% | 21.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 12.4% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 8.8% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 7.5% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.4% | 8% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -8.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 15% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 30.3% | 8.4% | -21.9% | 2.8% | 5.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.5% | 90.8% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 4.2% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, just 35.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.6% | 35.1% | -12.5% | 83.2% | -48.1% |
| European Union | 44.6% | 61.5% | 16.9% | 6.1% | 55.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 35.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 17% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 46.8% | 34.8% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -48.4% |
| 10+ Years | 16.3% | 17% | 0.7% | 9.8% | 7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 21.2% | 22.7% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 19.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.5% | 16.3% | 5.8% | 2.2% | 14.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 9.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 20.1% | 76.7% | -56.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 27.7% | 0.3% | 27.4% |
| Poland | 7.2% | 1.3% | 5.9% |
| Romania | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 20.1% | 1.5% | 18.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 65.6% | 46.2% | 19.4% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howletts Hill was 592.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 736.5% higher than the Leverington & Wisbech Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Howletts Hill has the 5th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Leverington & Wisbech Rural and the 5th highest crime rate of 303 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 315.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Howletts Hill, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2002-07-05 | £199,317 |
| 1 Howletts Hill, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £32,000 | 2000-08-04 | £132,186 |
PE13 2XH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 137 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Retired | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 83 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 56 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| 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 | 4,332 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nene Infant & Nursery School Norwich Road , PE13 2AP | 3out of 4 | 123 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nene Infant School Norwich Road , PE13 2AP | - not rated | 123 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Road Primary School Elm Road , PE13 2TB | - not rated | 262 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Road Primary School Elm Road , PE13 2TB | 3out of 4 | 262 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | 3out of 4 | 331 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 821 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen's School Corporation Road , PE13 2SE | - not rated | 821 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Clarkson Academy Corporation Road , PE13 2SE | 3out of 4 | 821 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wisbech Academy Weasenham Lane , PE13 2RU | - not rated | 980 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland High School School Road , West Walton PE14 7HA | 3out of 4 | 4,476 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 | 426 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Audrey's Convent School Alexandra Road , PE13 1HW | - not rated | 368 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 | 658 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Wisbech School Old Sessions House , 32 Somers Road PE13 1JF | - not rated | 689 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Nene Valley Coalwharf Road , PE13 2FP | 3out of 4 | 739 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fenland Learning Base Coalwharf Road , PE13 2FP | - not rated | 739 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pas Roma | 22 - 24 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 28 yd | |
| Wisbech Fish Bar & Kebab House | 19 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 55 yd | |
| Rasskozova | 95 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 133 yd | |
| Lumira | 97A Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 133 yd | |
| WAGWAN | 13 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 133 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Tuns | 76 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 154 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | 18 - 22 Church Terrace, Wisbech | 204 yd | |
| Duke's Steakhouse | Dukes Head, 8 Church Terrace | 360 yd | |
| Wine Bar | 3 Little Church Street, Wisbech | 439 yd | |
| Winners Bingo | 1 Blackfriars Road, Wisbech | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Junction | 44 West Street, Wisbech | 71 yd | |
| China Garden | 41 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 124 yd | |
| San San Chinese Takeaway | 31 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 124 yd | |
| Toppings Pizza Shop | 3A Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 133 yd | |
| Hot And Spicy | 112 Norfolk Street, Wisbech | 133 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | Units, 9 - 10 Horsefair | 500 yd | |
| Nene Shop | 2 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 555 yd | |
| Nene Supermarket | 14 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 715 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 952 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 962 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Town Park VERDUN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 534 yd |
| Shapers Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 758 yd |
| Wisbech Rugby Club WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC WISBECH RUGBY UNION FC CHAPEL ROAD | grass pitches | 813 yd |
| Thomas Clarkson Academy CORPORATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 823 yd |
| Wisbech Grammar School NORTH BRINK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,040 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.