Market Place is in Burnham Market, King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE31 8HF is located in the Burnham Market & Docking 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 Market Place, Burnham Market, King's Lynn, PE31 8HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE31 8YY, PE31 8HD, PE31 8EJ, PE31 8HG, PE31 8HA, PE31 8HE, PE31 8HB, PE31 8EL, PE31 8LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE31 8HF has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.7% 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 | 53% | 58.7% | 5.7% | 51.0% | 7.7% |
| Male | 47% | 41.3% | -5.7% | 49.0% | -7.7% |
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 8HF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 13.8% | 19.7% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 54% | -10.6% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 9% | 8.8% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 16.1% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 10.0% |
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% | 34.5% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -13.9% |
| Good health | 40% | 40.8% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 18% | 22.5% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 9.8% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 1.4% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 18.4% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 7.4% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 12.5% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 7.4% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 17.6% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.3% | 35.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99% | 99.3% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.1% 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% | 95.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 95.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Market Place was 107.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 262.6% higher than the Bircham with Rudhams average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Market Place has the 3rd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bircham with Rudhams and the 75th highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Market Place, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2022-07-05 | £1,192,070 |
| The Bowery, 27 Market Place, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2018-10-23 | £461,221 |
| Windyridge Market Place, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2015-11-06 | £770,091 |
| 50 Market Place, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2014-04-17 | £672,028 |
| Tyne Cottage Market Place, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £28,421 | 2010-09-03 | £47,989 |
PE31 8HF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PE31 8HF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnham Market Primary School Friars Lane , Burnham Market PE31 8JA | 3out of 4 | 932 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tillys Cafe | 26 Market Place, Burnham Market | 4 yd | |
| The Burnhams Tea Room Cafe | Market Place, Burnham Market | 4 yd | |
| The Tuscan Farm Shop | The Old Bank, 50 Market Place | 4 yd | |
| No Twenty 9 | 29 Market Place, Burnham Market | 26 yd | |
| Percy Langley Ltd | The Old Forge, 37 North Street | 122 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Admiral Lord Nelson | Creake Road, Burnham Market | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panda Kitchen | Creake Road, Burnham Market | 405 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burnham Market Playing Field BURNHAM MARKET PLAYING FIELD BURNHAM MARKET PLAYING FIELD STATION ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 259 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.