Sunnyside is in Heacham, King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE31 7DU is located in the Heacham 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 Sunnyside, Heacham, King's Lynn, PE31 7DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE31 7DP, PE31 7DY, PE31 7DA, PE31 7DW, PE31 7TW, PE31 7DT, PE31 7DS, PE31 7EU, PE31 7ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE31 7DU has a female population much higher than UK average, with 59.8% of the population 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 | 56.9% | 59.8% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 8.8% |
| Male | 43.1% | 40.2% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -8.8% |
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 | 24.4% | 26.5% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 38.8% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 2% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 15.3% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 17.1% | 16.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 10.2% |
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 | 39.8% | 38.5% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 35.3% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 22.8% | 20.4% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 26.5% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 16.3% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 15.3% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 7.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 14.8% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 17.3% | -0.3% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.6% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 95.9% | 96.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.5% | 76.7% | -8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 30.6% | 13.5% | 17.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.6% | 37.2% | -11.6% |
| Christian | 63.7% | 46.2% | 17.5% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sunnyside was 72.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 165.8% higher than the Dersingham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sunnyside has the 6th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Dersingham and the 120th highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% 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 Sunnyside, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £149,500 | 2008-03-14 | £237,309 |
| 2 Sunnyside, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2007-06-15 | £254,825 |
| 2 Sunnyside, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2002-04-05 | £251,750 |
PE31 7DU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PE31 7DU 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 PE31 7DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heacham Infant and Nursery School School Road , Heacham PE31 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 491 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heacham Junior School College Drive , Heacham PE31 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 531 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunstanton Primary School Collingwood Road , PE36 5DY | 3out of 4 | 2,985 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snettisham Primary School School Road , Snettisham PE31 7LT | 3out of 4 | 3,854 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithdon High School Downs Road , PE36 5HY | 3out of 4 | 3,382 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glebe House School 2 Cromer Road , PE36 6HW | - not rated | 4,190 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridouts Bakery | 22 High Street, Heacham | 246 yd | |
| Mocha | 28 High Street, Heacham | 257 yd | |
| Spice Garden Heacham (Ltd) | 14 High Street, Heacham | 332 yd | |
| Modern Story | 3A Lynn Road, Heacham | 375 yd | |
| Lavender Lounge | Norfolk Lavender Ltd Caley Mill, Lynn Road | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Fine Foods | The Fox & Hounds, 22 Station Road | 199 yd | |
| The Bushel And Strike | The Bushel And Strike Public House, 24 Malthouse Crescent | 274 yd | |
| Heacham Social Club | 13 Station Road, Heacham | 369 yd | |
| The West Norfolk Pub | 91 Station Road, Heacham | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kucakli Ltd T/A Flames | 38 - 40 Station Road, Heacham | 290 yd | |
| Heacham Fish Bar | 12 High Street, Heacham | 316 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK Gmbh | 43 Lynn Road, Heacham | 460 yd | |
| Tesco | 5 Lynn Road, Heacham | 460 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Station Road Playing Fields STATION ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 352 yd |
| Heacham Social Club STATION ROAD | 365 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.