South Quay is in King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE30 5DB is located in the St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Quay, King's Lynn, PE30 5DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE30 5DT, PE30 1HT, PE30 1JG, PE30 1LZ, PE30 5DL, PE30 1RD, PE30 1JE, PE30 1JH, PE30 1DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE30 5DB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 51.7% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.2% | 48.3% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 28.3% | 27.8% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.2% | 33.2% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 15.1% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 15.5% | 20% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 13.9% |
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 (70.9%) 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 | 38.1% | 33% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 37.9% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 20.4% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 19.8% | 21.3% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 7.2% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 15.5% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 14% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.6% | 35.3% | -4.3% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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 | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.4% | 93.2% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 87% 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 | 91.4% | 87% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 88.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 7.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.5% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Quay was 167.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.6% higher than the Gaywood Chase average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Quay has the 21st highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Gaywood Chase and the 42nd highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Riverside Court South Quay, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-01-24 | £211,140 |
| 2 Riverside Court South Quay, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2018-07-06 | £169,404 |
| 3 Riverside Court South Quay, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £64,500 | 2014-07-16 | £90,633 |
| 4 Riverside Court South Quay, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2012-03-30 | £210,312 |
| 4 Riverside Court South Quay, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2005-08-19 | £221,537 |
PE30 5DB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PE30 5DB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 680 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Lynn Primary School St Peter's Road , West Lynn PE34 3JL | 2out of 4 | 466 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy Whitefriars Road , PE30 5AH | 3out of 4 | 761 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greyfriars Academy London Road , PE30 5PY | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastgate Academy Littleport Terrace , PE30 1QA | 4out of 4 | 968 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highgate Infant School Gaywood Road , PE30 2PS | 3out of 4 | 1,373 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 | 1,685 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Lynn Academy Queen Mary Road , PE30 4QG | 2out of 4 | 1,858 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwood High School Queensway , Gaywood PE30 4AW | 3out of 4 | 3,175 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 | 1,459 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visiting Teacher Service West , Gaywood PE30 5DR | - not rated | 274 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fen Rivers Academy Kilhams Way , PE30 2HU | - not rated | 1,903 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Park Complex Needs School Winston Churchill Drive , Fairstead PE30 4RP | 3out of 4 | 3,682 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Margarets Church | St Margarets Vicarage, St Margarets Place | 86 yd | |
| Mem's Kitchen | 11 Saturday Market Place, King's Lynn | 110 yd | |
| The Rathskeller | 1 Hanse House, South Quay | 121 yd | |
| Cafe Moccha | 5 New Conduit Street, King's Lynn | 136 yd | |
| Cobbles Tea Room | Hanse Suite, 5 Hanse House | 139 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wenns Chop And Ale House | 8 Saturday Market Place, King's Lynn | 132 yd | |
| Roydon Acorns After School Club | St Peters Church, High Street | 225 yd | |
| Workers Club | 21-27 Church Street, King's Lynn | 227 yd | |
| The White Hart Inn | 1 St James Street, King's Lynn | 282 yd | |
| Rusty Krab Rum Shop And Bar | 13 Tower Street, King's Lynn | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffle-opolis | 6 Saturday Market Place, King's Lynn | 166 yd | |
| Dragon Captial | Dragon Capital, 22 St James Street | 299 yd | |
| Bitsons Fish Shop | 6 Blackfriars Street, King's Lynn | 456 yd | |
| The Catch | 109 Norfolk Street, King's Lynn | 595 yd | |
| Chilli Masters | 40 Norfolk Street, King's Lynn | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 57-60 High Street, King's Lynn | 423 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 12 - 14 St Dominics Square, King's Lynn | 429 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | St Dominics Square, King's Lynn | 437 yd | |
| Lidl UK GMBH | 80 Austin Street, King's Lynn | 744 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Coburg Street, King's Lynn | 868 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tower Health & Beauty Clinic (Closed) 1b 1b Tower Place | health and fitness suite | 353 yd |
| West Lynn St. Peters Road | grass pitches | 434 yd |
| St James Swimming And Fitness Centre SWIMMING POOL SWIMMING POOL BLACKFRIARS STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 520 yd |
| Whitefriars C E Primary Academy WHITEFRIARS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 655 yd |
| Arnolds Gym And Fitness Centre SOUTHGATES ROUNDABOUT | health and fitness suite | 1,006 yd |
| The Walks Stadium KING'S LYNN FOOTBALL CLUB LTD KING'S LYNN FOOTBALL CLUB LTD TENNYSON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.