St James Green is in Castle Acre, King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE32 2BB is located in the Massingham with Castle Acre 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 St James Green, Castle Acre, King's Lynn, PE32 2BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE32 2BE, PE32 2BA, PE32 2AX, PE32 2BD, PE32 2AU, PE32 2FG, PE32 2AZ, PE32 2BG, PE32 2XB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE32 2BB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 51.4% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.3% | 48.6% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 19% | 30.4% | 11.4% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 45.9% | -12.2% | 44.2% | 1.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 13.7% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 7.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.3% | 41.6% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 41.9% | 11.3% | 33.6% | 8.3% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 12.3% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.6% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 20.2% | 15.3% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 11.3% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 18.2% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 8.4% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 14.6% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30% | 29.9% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.9% | 98.7% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 92.5% | 92.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 92.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St James Green was 37.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.7% higher than the Airfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
St James Green has the 28th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Airfield and the 239th highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112 St James Green, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-12-04 | £210,832 |
| High Bank Cottage St James Green, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2001-07-13 | £453,561 |
| Burslem House St James Green, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 1999-11-25 | £471,096 |
| Burslem House St James Green, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 1995-10-09 | £516,158 |
PE32 2BB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
PE32 2BB 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 PE32 2BB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Acre Church of England Primary Academy Back Lane , Castle Acre PE32 2AR | 3out of 4 | 378 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wittles Castle Acre | Stocks Green, Castle Acre | 469 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Acre Playing Field ST. JAMES GREEN | grass pitches | 115 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 | 83.3% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.