Westgate Street is in Shouldham, King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE33 0BJ is located in the Airfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Westgate Street, Shouldham, King's Lynn, PE33 0BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE33 0BN, PE33 0BU, PE33 0BT, PE33 0BY, PE33 0EQ, PE33 0BS, PE33 0DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE33 0BJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 52.9% | 52.8% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 47.1% | 47.2% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 PE33 0BJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% 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 | 16.1% | 22.1% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 61.4% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 6.4% | -5.2% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.9% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 46.8% | 42.6% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 37.9% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 15.7% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 21.4% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11.1% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 13.9% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 6.4% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 17.9% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 26.4% | -0.2% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.4% | 96.5% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 95.7% | 95.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 95.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westgate Street was 41.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.7% higher than the Airfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Westgate Street has the 22nd highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Airfield and the 220th highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottage, 28 Westgate Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2023-12-08 | £299,992 |
| The Linnets, 32 Westgate Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-08-18 | £187,651 |
| Greystones, 22 Westgate Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2020-10-19 | £269,549 |
| 16 Westgate Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2019-05-17 | £380,541 |
| Malby Cottage, 30 Westgate Street, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2018-04-27 | £274,198 |
PE33 0BJ 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 PE33 0BJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin At Shouldham Church of England Primary Academy Lynn Road , Shouldham PE33 0BU | 4out of 4 | 284 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Junior Hillside , Marham PE33 9JJ | 3out of 4 | 4,549 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Infant Cedar Road , Upper Marham PE33 9LT | 3out of 4 | 5,054 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Church of England Primary School School Road , Runcton Holme PE33 0EL | 2out of 4 | 5,283 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chalk & Cheese Bed & Breakfast | 1 Eastgate Street, Shouldham | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | 28 The Green, Shouldham | 247 yd | |
| Shouldham Bowls Club | Fairstead Drove, Shouldham | 605 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George Playing Field NEW CLUBHOUSE NEW CLUBHOUSE FAIRSTEAD DROVE | grass pitches | 652 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 | 49.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.51 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.