Leaside is in Heacham, King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE31 7SY is located in the Heacham 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 Leaside, Heacham, King's Lynn, PE31 7SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE31 7TQ, PE31 7AN, PE31 7AW, PE31 7AP, PE31 7AS, PE31 7HD, PE31 7AU, PE31 7TH, PE31 7AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE31 7SY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.8% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.2% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 26% | 25.9% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 45.5% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 14.1% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 11.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 | 36.6% | 35.6% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 36% | 35.3% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 18.3% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 10.5% | 4.0% | 4.0% | 6.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 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 PE31 7SY this area, 28.9% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.4% | 28.9% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 10.7% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.4% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 9.4% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 14.8% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 19.5% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.6% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.3% 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% | 96.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 96.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 11% | 6.0% | 5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leaside was 83.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 205.7% higher than the Dersingham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Leaside has the 3rd highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Dersingham and the 103rd highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 Leaside Court Leaside, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2025-09-05 | £120,000 |
| Flat 10 Leaside Court Leaside, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-06-23 | £109,761 |
| Flat 8 Leaside Court Leaside, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-12-17 | £126,265 |
| Flat 3 Leaside Court Leaside, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2020-06-26 | £116,985 |
| Flat 11 Leaside Court Leaside, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2019-08-16 | £79,332 |
PE31 7SY 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 7SY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heacham Junior School College Drive , Heacham PE31 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 904 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heacham Infant and Nursery School School Road , Heacham PE31 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,297 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunstanton Primary School Collingwood Road , PE36 5DY | 3out of 4 | 3,052 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snettisham Primary School School Road , Snettisham PE31 7LT | 3out of 4 | 4,283 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 | 3,487 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 | 4,223 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heacham Halt Cafe | South Beach Road, Heacham | 681 yd | |
| Ridouts Bakery | 22 High Street, Heacham | 1,069 yd | |
| Mocha | 28 High Street, Heacham | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The West Norfolk Pub | 91 Station Road, Heacham | 143 yd | |
| The Boathouse Tavern | Heacham Beach Holiday Park, South Beach Road | 779 yd | |
| Fox Fine Foods | The Fox & Hounds, 22 Station Road | 783 yd | |
| The Bushel And Strike | The Bushel And Strike Public House, 24 Malthouse Crescent | 932 yd | |
| Heacham Social Club | 13 Station Road, Heacham | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kucakli Ltd T/A Flames | 38 - 40 Station Road, Heacham | 593 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Station Road Playing Fields STATION ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 804 yd |
| Heacham Social Club STATION ROAD | 996 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.