Norwich Road is in Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 3TA 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 Norwich Road, Wisbech, PE13 3TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 2EU, PE13 2EZ, PE13 2EX, PE13 3TB, PE13 2BH, PE13 2HA, PE13 2EH, PE13 2BD, PE13 2EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE13 3TA 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 Norwich 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.
Norwich 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-11-25 | £162,827 |
| 181 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-11-25 | £162,827 |
| 175 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2019-01-11 | £174,155 |
| 154 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2018-04-04 | £186,002 |
| 154 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £144,995 | 2017-03-07 | £193,193 |
PE13 3TA 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 3TA 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 | 4,369 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 | 2out of 4 | 524 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 2out of 4 | 580 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | 1out of 4 | 593 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarkson Infants School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 3out of 4 | 595 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Road Primary School Elm Road , PE13 2TB | 3out of 4 | 856 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 | 1,347 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland High School School Road , West Walton PE14 7HA | 3out of 4 | 3,869 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 | 1,047 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane , PE13 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap Academy - Nene Valley Coalwharf Road , PE13 2FP | 3out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wisbech Grammar School Chapel Road , Wisbech PE13 1RH | - not rated | 1,346 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Centre Enterprise House, Old Field Lane , PE13 2RJ | - not rated | 1,385 yd | Other independent special school | No | 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 | 440 yd | |
| North Cambridgeshire Hospital Staff Catering | North Cambridgeshire Hospital, St Augustines Road | 537 yd | |
| The Snack Shack | Cafe, 7 York Row | 551 yd | |
| Smakas Restaurant | 6 Falcon Road, Wisbech | 631 yd | |
| Britannia Cafe | 2 Blackfriars Road, Wisbech | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Tuns | 76 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 552 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | 18 - 22 Church Terrace, Wisbech | 654 yd | |
| Winners Bingo | 1 Blackfriars Road, Wisbech | 659 yd | |
| Wine Bar | 3 Little Church Street, Wisbech | 684 yd | |
| Duke's Steakhouse | Dukes Head, 8 Church Terrace | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIP Fast Food | 78 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 388 yd | |
| Hot Point Pizza And Burger | 78 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 388 yd | |
| China Garden | 41 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 604 yd | |
| San San Chinese Takeaway | 31 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 604 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab House | 18 Blackfriars Road, Wisbech | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | Units, 9 - 10 Horsefair | 750 yd | |
| Nene Supermarket | 14 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 761 yd | |
| Nene Shop | 2 Nene Quay, Wisbech | 912 yd | |
| Tesco | 5 Kirkgate Street, Wisbech | 998 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | North End, Wisbech | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Town Park VERDUN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 369 yd |
| Fenland Park (Closed) Lerowe Road | grass pitches | 793 yd |
| Shapers Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 972 yd |
| Meadowgate Academy Meadowgate Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,070 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.