High Road is in Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech and in Fenland district. PE13 4RG is located in the Parson Drove & Wisbech St Mary 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 High Road, Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech, PE13 4RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE13 4RE, PE13 4RF, PE13 4RB, PE13 4RD, PE13 4RQ, PE13 4SZ, PE13 4QZ, PE13 4XG, PE13 4SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE13 4RG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.3% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.7% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 27.3% | 27.8% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 43% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 13% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 13% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 24.9% | 33.2% | 8.3% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 35.9% | -5.2% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 24.6% | 24% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 11.3% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 4.7% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 4RG this area, 32.5% 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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41% | 32.5% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 14.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.7% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 16.6% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.1% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 15.2% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 15.9% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.1% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.8% | 97.6% | 3.8% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
In this area, 92.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.3% | 92.1% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 7% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 93.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Road was 92.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.7% lower than the Elm & Christchurch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Elm & Christchurch and the 92nd highest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Cottage High Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2005-12-19 | £450,916 |
| Grange Cottage High Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 1998-09-25 | £573,280 |
PE13 4RG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PE13 4RG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisbech St Mary CofE Academy Church Road , Wisbech St Mary PE13 4RJ | 2out of 4 | 189 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorefield Primary Academy High Road , Gorefield PE13 4NB | 1out of 4 | 4,384 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leverington Primary Academy 104 Church Road , Leverington PE13 5DE | 3out of 4 | 4,554 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Murrow Primary Academy 73 Murrow Bank , Murrow PE13 4HD | 3out of 4 | 4,891 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Guyhirn CofE VC Primary School High Road , Guyhirn PE13 4ED | 3out of 4 | 4,909 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 | 5,415 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisbech Grammar School Chapel Road , Wisbech PE13 1RH | - not rated | 4,658 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Begdale House School Begdale Road , Elm PE14 0AZ | - not rated | 4,663 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Centre Enterprise House, Old Field Lane , PE13 2RJ | - not rated | 4,670 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap Academy - Nene Valley Coalwharf Road , PE13 2FP | 3out of 4 | 4,808 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Wisbech School Old Sessions House , 32 Somers Road PE13 1JF | - not rated | 4,947 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisbech St Mary Football Club | Wisbech St Mary Sports And Community Centre Limited, Playing Field | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Inn | Sandbank, Wisbech St Mary | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Codfather | High Road, Wisbech St Mary | 172 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech St Mary Sports And Community Centre PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD BEECHINGS CLOSE | grass pitches | 616 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.