The Paddocks is in Mileham, King'S Lynn and in Breckland district. PE32 2QY is located in the Hermitage electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2007-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Paddocks, Mileham, King's Lynn, PE32 2QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE32 2TR, PE32 2PP, PE32 2PR, PE32 2RB, PE32 2RU, PE32 2QU, PE32 2PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE32 2QY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.3% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.7% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 19.9% | 30.6% | 10.7% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 48.8% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 12% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 33.1% | 43.9% | 10.8% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 44.1% | 39.4% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 16% | 12% | -4.0% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 37.3% | 24.1% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 8% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 13.4% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.4% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 18.7% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.9% | 24.7% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.1% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 97.5% | 96.9% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 96.9% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.7% | 37.2% | 11.5% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Paddocks was 86.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 152.5% higher than the Hermitage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Paddocks has the 3rd highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Hermitage and the 69th highest crime rate of 441 local areas in Breckland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 123.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 The Paddocks, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-01-17 | £379,306 |
| 17 The Paddocks, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £329,375 | 2023-12-15 | £343,741 |
| 9 The Paddocks, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2022-10-17 | £540,551 |
| 8 The Paddocks, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £441,500 | 2021-03-31 | £505,971 |
| 14 The Paddocks, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2020-11-12 | £432,446 |
PE32 2QY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beeston Primary School Chapel Lane , Beeston PE32 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 3,990 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brisley Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Brisley NR20 5LH | 1out of 4 | 4,488 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,395 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mileham Village Store | Mileham Post Office, 7 Litcham Road | 167 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mileham Playing Field (Closed) The Street | grass pitches | 780 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 | 44.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.48 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.48 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.38 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.