Dovetail Close is in Wimbotsham, King'S Lynn and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE34 3QX is located in the Upwell & Delph electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2015-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dovetail Close, Wimbotsham, King's Lynn, PE34 3QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE34 3QD, PE34 3QU, PE34 3PZ, PE34 3QF, PE34 3QE, PE34 3QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE34 3QX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.9% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49% | 48.1% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 PE34 3QX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% 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 | 22.1% | 20.6% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.8% | 58.4% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 11.1% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 7.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 39.8% | 38.7% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 45.4% | 44.2% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 10.6% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 13.2% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 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 | 24.6% | 18.8% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 11.5% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 15% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15.3% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 29% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -4.8% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.9% | -3.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.6% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 98.9% | 95.9% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 96.2% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dovetail Close was 8.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.6% lower than the Airfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dovetail Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Airfield and the 28th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.6%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Dovetail Close, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £386,000 | 2021-06-03 | £424,645 |
| 7 Dovetail Close, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2020-11-13 | £434,287 |
| 5 Dovetail Close, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2017-09-22 | £438,204 |
| 4 Dovetail Close, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2016-07-07 | £126,710 |
| 2 Dovetail Close, King'S Lynn, Norfolk Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £155,000 | 2015-12-22 | £228,109 |
PE34 3QX 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 PE34 3QX 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 | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wimbotsham and Stow Academy Chapel Lane , Wimbotsham PE34 3QH | 3out of 4 | 511 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Downham Market, Hillcrest Primary School Hillcrest , Bexwell Road PE38 9ND | 3out of 4 | 2,248 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Academy Nursery Road , PE38 9PF | 3out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Church of England Primary School School Road , Runcton Holme PE33 0EL | 2out of 4 | 3,640 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School 19 Ryston Road , Denver PE38 0DP | 3out of 4 | 4,171 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downham Market Academy Bexwell Road , PE38 9LL | 1out of 4 | 2,334 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downham Preparatory School and Montessori Nursery The Old Rectory , Stow Bardolph PE34 3HT | - not rated | 1,200 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Farm Stow Estate Trust | Lynn Road, Stow Bardolph | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chequers | 7 Church Road, Wimbotsham | 567 yd | |
| The Hare Arms | Lynn Road, Stow Bardolph | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wimbotsham Playing Fields Chapel Lane | grass pitches | 464 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.