Church Street is in Litcham, King'S Lynn and in Breckland district. PE32 2NS is located in the Launditch electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Street, Litcham, King's Lynn, PE32 2NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE32 2NX, PE32 2NT, PE32 2NR, PE32 2NZ, PE32 2YA, PE32 2QG, PE32 2PA, PE32 2NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE32 2NS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 54.6% | 49.7% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 45.4% | 50.3% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 PE32 2NS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.2% 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 | 15.4% | 22.4% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 57.2% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 13.0% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 10.5% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 14% | 8.6% | -5.4% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 36.2% | 46.7% | 10.5% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 27.8% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 20% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 5% | -4.2% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 38.2% | 27.6% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 6.6% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 11.2% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 21.1% | 12.3% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 27% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0.7% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.9% | 98.3% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 97.2% 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% | 97.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97.2% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Street was 61.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.0% higher than the Hermitage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Hermitage and the 111th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Church Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £835,000 | 2025-08-29 | £858,857 |
| Mouse Cottage, 39 Church Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-03-24 | £383,418 |
| 44 Church Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2024-12-13 | £508,108 |
| 3 Church Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-07-08 | £159,724 |
| Lavender Cottage, 21 Church Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-05-30 | £312,452 |
PE32 2NS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 2NS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 53 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beeston Primary School Chapel Lane , Beeston PE32 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 3,154 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Dunham Primary School Litcham Road , Great Dunham PE32 2LQ | - not rated | 3,411 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Litcham School Church Street , Litcham PE32 2NS | 3out of 4 | 108 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Litcham Deli | 13 Church Street | 87 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Litcham Bull | 1 Church Street | 223 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Chippy | The Chip Shop Mileham Road | 256 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Litcham Post Office | Litcham Post Office And Convenience Store, 12 Church Street | 34 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Litcham School (Secondary Site) CHURCH STREET | 67 yd | |
| Litcham School (Back Lane Playing Fields) BACK LANE | grass pitches | 413 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 | 32.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 32.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 32.7% |
| 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 | 88.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.