Post Office Road is in Dersingham, King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE31 6HS is located in the Dersingham 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 Post Office Road, Dersingham, King's Lynn, PE31 6HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE31 6HR, PE31 6HP, PE31 6JS, PE31 6JE, PE31 6PJ, PE31 6GY, PE31 6JU, PE31 6JR, PE31 6HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE31 6HS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 55.8% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 46.2% | 44.2% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PE31 6HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 15.5% | 15% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -22.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.6% | 57.1% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 10.3% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 15.5% | 16.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 10.6% |
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 (70.8%) 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 | 29.9% | 27.2% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -21.2% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 43.6% | 10.3% | 33.6% | 10.0% |
| Fair health | 27.3% | 24.1% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 11.4% |
| Bad health | 8% | 4.3% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 PE31 6HS this area, 29.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.6% | 29.5% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 11.5% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 11.5% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 10.7% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 26.1% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 5% | 5.1% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 100% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.2% | 96.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 96.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.7% | 76.7% | -8.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 30.1% | 13.5% | 16.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.7% | 37.2% | -10.5% |
| Christian | 65.5% | 46.2% | 19.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Post Office Road was 11.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.2% lower than the Dersingham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Post Office Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Dersingham and the 51st lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Post Office Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2021-03-22 | £481,559 |
| 30 Post Office Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2016-12-07 | £360,773 |
| 30 Post Office Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2004-06-11 | £329,295 |
| 24 Post Office Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2004-04-30 | £521,817 |
| 32 Post Office Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2003-02-06 | £379,289 |
PE31 6HS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 PE31 6HS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 59% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 136 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dersingham Primary School Admirals Drive , Dersingham PE31 6LR | 3out of 4 | 1,536 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingoldisthorpe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Shernborne Road , Ingoldisthorpe PE31 6PE | 4out of 4 | 2,320 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandringham and West Newton Church of England Primary Academy School Road , West Newton PE31 6AX | 3out of 4 | 3,263 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snettisham Primary School School Road , Snettisham PE31 7LT | 3out of 4 | 3,864 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thaxters Coffee Shop | 51A Hunstanton Road, Dersingham | 518 yd | |
| Petals Tearoom | 61 Manor Road, Dersingham | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dersingham Social Club | 23A Lynn Road, Dersingham | 452 yd | |
| The Feathers Hotel | 71 Manor Road, Dersingham | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus House | 4-6 Hunstanton Road, Dersingham | 265 yd | |
| Tropics Fish And Chips | 21 Hunstanton Road, Dersingham | 519 yd | |
| Subway | 69 Lynn Road, Gaywood | 772 yd | |
| Manor Road Fish Bar And Kebab | 48 Manor Road, Dersingham | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative Dersingham | 10 Lynn Road, Dersingham | 288 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dersingham Recreation Ground HUNSTANTON ROAD | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| The Pastures MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 555 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 | 57.1% |
| 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 | 42.9% |
| Median download speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.