Joan Shorts Lane is in Burnham Market, King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE31 8HJ 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 Joan Shorts Lane, Burnham Market, King's Lynn, PE31 8HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE31 8HJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 52% | 53.7% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 48% | 46.3% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 28.6% | 23.4% | -5.2% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.9% | 50.7% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.1% | 2.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 13.9% | 7.4% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.5% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 35.2% | 41.6% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 48.8% | 43.3% | -5.5% | 33.6% | 9.7% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 8.7% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 35.9% | 26.2% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 9.4% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.4% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 7.4% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 12.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 28.2% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.5% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 96.9% | 94.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 94.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.8% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Joan Shorts Lane was 42.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.1% higher than the Bircham with Rudhams average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Joan Shorts Lane has the 9th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bircham with Rudhams and the 211th highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospero'S Joan Shorts Lane, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2025-03-21 | £525,547 |
| Sundial Cottage Joan Shorts Lane, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £875,000 | 2024-01-11 | £911,024 |
| The Boat House Joan Shorts Lane, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £1,135,000 | 2023-01-04 | £1,060,090 |
| 1 Joan Shorts Lane, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2022-10-10 | £393,616 |
| Blencathra Joan Shorts Lane, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £806,753 | 2022-04-22 | £841,791 |
PE31 8HJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% 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 8HJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 8HJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 585 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mermaid Fish And Chips | Service Station, Station Garage | 481 yd | |
| Socius Dining Ltd | 11 Foundry Place, Burnham Market | 507 yd | |
| Percy Langley Ltd | The Old Forge, 37 North Street | 543 yd | |
| The Tuscan Farm Shop | The Old Bank, 50 Market Place | 649 yd | |
| Tillys Cafe | 26 Market Place, Burnham Market | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Admiral Lord Nelson | Creake Road, Burnham Market | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panda Kitchen | Creake Road, Burnham Market | 481 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burnham Market Playing Field BURNHAM MARKET PLAYING FIELD BURNHAM MARKET PLAYING FIELD STATION ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 482 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 | 88.9% |
| 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 | 11.1% |
| Median download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.