Burkitt Street is in King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE30 2AS is located in the North Lynn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burkitt Street, King's Lynn, PE30 2AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE30 2AP, PE30 2AR, PE30 2AL, PE30 2AX, PE30 2AU, PE30 2AW, PE30 2AH, PE30 2AT, PE30 2AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE30 2AS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 50.7% | 3.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 53% | 49.3% | -3.7% | 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.
In the immediate area around PE30 2AS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.7% 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 | 33.1% | 44.7% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 36.3% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 5.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 10.9% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 | 37% | 40.3% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 41.3% | 40.6% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 12.1% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 5.4% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 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.
In the area around PE30 2AS this area, 33.8% 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 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.4% | 33.8% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 15.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 15.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 10.6% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 12% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 17.6% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 10.2% | 6% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.8% | 92.9% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 68.4% 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 | 80.7% | 68.4% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -14.8% |
| European Union | 15.1% | 22.3% | 7.2% | 6.1% | 16.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.7% | 68.2% | -12.5% | 83.2% | -15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 4.2% | 11.5% | 7.3% | 9.8% | 1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 9% | 6.3% | 2.9% | 6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.3% | 5.9% | -3.4% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 5.4% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 44% | 76.7% | -32.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 13.2% | 0.3% | 12.9% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.5% | 1.5% | 3.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 11.5% | 6.0% | 5.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burkitt Street was 97.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.8% lower than the North Lynn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burkitt Street has the 7th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in North Lynn and the 88th highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Burkitt Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2024-04-04 | £108,386 |
| 46 Burkitt Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-04-03 | £163,601 |
| 41 Burkitt Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-12-15 | £102,141 |
| 30 Burkitt Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2023-08-02 | £92,197 |
| 30 Burkitt Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2020-10-16 | £109,628 |
PE30 2AS 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Lynn Nursery School St James Park , London Road PE30 5PT | 3out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastgate Academy Littleport Terrace , PE30 1QA | 4out of 4 | 707 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highgate Infant School Gaywood Road , PE30 2PS | 3out of 4 | 745 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenpark Academy 9-11 Wensum Way , PE30 2RE | 3out of 4 | 764 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lynn Primary School St Peter's Road , West Lynn PE34 3JL | 2out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greyfriars Academy London Road , PE30 5PY | 3out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VII Academy Gaywood Road , PE30 2QB | - not rated | 1,161 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Lynn Academy Queen Mary Road , PE30 4QG | 2out of 4 | 1,676 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwood High School Queensway , Gaywood PE30 4AW | 3out of 4 | 2,439 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The College of West Anglia Tennyson Avenue , PE30 2QW | - not rated | 999 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Fen Rivers Academy Kilhams Way , PE30 2HU | - not rated | 763 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Visiting Teacher Service West , Gaywood PE30 5DR | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Park Complex Needs School Winston Churchill Drive , Fairstead PE30 4RP | 3out of 4 | 3,335 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brunch House | Unit 7, St Nicholas Retail Park | 154 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa Coffee Drive-Thru, Unit 9 | 154 yd | |
| Munchbox | Unit 7A, St Nicholas Retail Park | 154 yd | |
| Purfleet Trust | Pathway House, Austin Fields | 345 yd | |
| North End Trust | Fishing Heritage Museum, 1 Trues Yard | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bentinck Arms | The Bentinck Arms, 21 Loke Road | 133 yd | |
| Hob In the Well | Littleport Street, King's Lynn | 526 yd | |
| Bar One Hundred | 100 Norfolk Street, King's Lynn | 602 yd | |
| The Eagle Public House | 110 Norfolk Street, King's Lynn | 602 yd | |
| 7th Heaven | 44-45 Norfolk Street, King's Lynn | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double D Pizza And Kebab | DD Pizza & Kebab, 31 Loke Road | 117 yd | |
| DD Pizza & Kebab | 31 Loke Road, King's Lynn | 124 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 8, St Nicholas Retail Park | 154 yd | |
| Loke Fish Bar | 19 Loke Road, King's Lynn | 162 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 22A Lansdowne Street, King's Lynn | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | St Nicholas Retail Park, Edward Benefer Way | 143 yd | |
| Lidl UK GMBH | 80 Austin Street, King's Lynn | 558 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Coburg Street, King's Lynn | 715 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 57-60 High Street, King's Lynn | 778 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | St Dominics Square, King's Lynn | 833 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Magdalen Road Playing Field (Closed) | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| Pulse8 Health & Fitness (Closed) Tennyson Avenue | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 698 yd |
| The Fen Rivers Academy Kilhams Way | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| St James Swimming And Fitness Centre SWIMMING POOL SWIMMING POOL BLACKFRIARS STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 937 yd |
| Kings Way Playing Field Edward Benefer Way | grass pitches | 944 yd |
| King Edward Vii Academy GAYWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,027 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 | 61.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.