Norwich Road is in Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 3UQ is located in the Wisbech Walsoken & Waterlees 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 3UQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 3UL, PE13 3UG, PE13 3QW, PE13 3UF, PE13 3UW, PE13 3UJ, PE13 3QL, PE13 3TH, PE13 3UN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE13 3UQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 54.4% | 49.3% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 45.6% | 50.7% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 3UQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.6% 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 | 42.1% | 50.6% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 31.7% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 10.3% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 4.4% | -6.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.2% | 49.2% | 12.0% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 38% | 36% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 20% | 9.3% | -10.7% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 16.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.6% | 27.8% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 12.6% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 15.1% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.9% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6% | 16.7% | 10.7% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 16.1% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -17.7% |
| Other | 15.8% | 4.8% | -11.0% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.8% | 95.4% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 70.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 70.5% | -4.7% | 83.2% | -12.7% |
| European Union | 20.8% | 26.3% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 20.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 0.9% | -2.7% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.9% | 70.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | -12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 10% | 15% | 5.0% | 9.8% | 5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.8% | 8.1% | 1.3% | 2.9% | 5.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.2% | 4.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.8% | 76.7% | -21.9% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 8.3% | 0.3% | 8.0% |
| Poland | 7.8% | 1.3% | 6.5% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 9% | 1.5% | 7.5% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norwich Road was 163.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.3% higher than the Wisbech North average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Norwich Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Wisbech North and the 36th highest crime rate of 303 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 333 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-09-30 | £145,252 |
| 319 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-04-01 | £197,044 |
| 343 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-11-05 | £204,631 |
| 323 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £141,500 | 2020-10-16 | £173,161 |
| 341 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2019-11-18 | £176,319 |
PE13 3UQ 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 | 205 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Other | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 66 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 28 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 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 | 4,310 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | - not rated | 361 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 3out of 4 | 361 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarkson Infants School Trafford Road , PE13 2ES | 3out of 4 | 397 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gordon Fendick Junior School Tinkers Drove , PE13 3PD | - not rated | 1,282 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramnoth Junior School Ramnoth Road , PE13 2JB | 3out of 4 | 1,321 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 | 2,048 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen's School Corporation Road , PE13 2SE | - not rated | 2,048 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Clarkson Academy Corporation Road , PE13 2SE | 3out of 4 | 2,048 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wisbech Academy Weasenham Lane , PE13 2RU | - not rated | 2,393 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland High School School Road , West Walton PE14 7HA | 3out of 4 | 3,240 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 | 1,466 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 | 1,547 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowgate School Meadowgate Lane , PE13 2JH | - not rated | 1,547 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Audrey's Convent School Alexandra Road , PE13 1HW | - not rated | 1,682 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 | 1,797 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Wisbech School Old Sessions House , 32 Somers Road PE13 1JF | - not rated | 1,858 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Locomotive | 257 Lynn Road, Wisbech | 730 yd | |
| The Snack Shack | Cafe, 7 York Row | 756 yd | |
| Compass Group @ Princes Staff Canteen | Princes Food Limited, Lynn Road | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bear Public House | 27 Old Lynn Road, Wisbech | 626 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luigis Pizza | 351 - 353 Norwich Road, Wisbech | 6 yd | |
| Tsangs | 57A Lerowe Road, Wisbech | 167 yd | |
| Sun Luck | 21 - 23 Kirkgate Street, Wisbech | 241 yd | |
| Walsoken Fish Bar | 12 Kirkgate Street, Wisbech | 241 yd | |
| Papas Pizza Kebab | 19 Kirkgate Street, Wisbech | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 5 Kirkgate Street, Wisbech | 241 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fenland Park (Closed) Lerowe Road | grass pitches | 301 yd |
| Wisbech Town Park VERDUN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,051 yd |
| The Tom Wood’S Beer Fenland Stadium Lynn Road | grass pitches | 1,059 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.