Wells Road is in Burnham Overy Staithe, King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE31 8JH 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 Wells Road, Burnham Overy Staithe, King's Lynn, PE31 8JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE31 8JW, PE31 8JN, PE31 8FE, PE31 8JE, PE31 8JF, PE31 8JQ, PE31 8JG, PE31 8JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE31 8JH has a slightly higher male population, with 53% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 47% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 51.5% | 53% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 8JH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% 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 | 19.8% | 21% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 60.5% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 5% | -7.4% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 10.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 44% | 41.8% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 35.8% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 18.7% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.6% | 19.8% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 7.4% | 0.0% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.3% | 11.6% | 3.3% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 8.3% | -5.7% | 16.9% | -8.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 38% | 46.3% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 12.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.5% | 94% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 88.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 88.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 88% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 0% | -8.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wells Road was 130.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 339.6% higher than the Bircham with Rudhams average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wells Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bircham with Rudhams and the 62nd highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hollies Wells Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £3,350,000 | 2022-10-06 | £3,092,822 |
| Little Surprise Wells Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £799,000 | 2019-09-26 | £951,870 |
| Lantern Cottage Wells Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2014-12-17 | £738,186 |
| Lantern Cottage Wells Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2002-11-04 | £613,559 |
| Little Surprise Wells Road, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, a newly built property | £148,000 | 1999-12-15 | £617,107 |
PE31 8JH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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 8JH 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 8JH 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 | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Full-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Part-Time Employee | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 1,770 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 Hero | Wells Road, Burnham Overy Staithe | 151 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Overy Tennis & Sports Club Gong Lane | tennis courts | 230 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 | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 69.2% |
| 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 | 49 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 147.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.