Philips Chase is in Hunstanton and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE36 5NL is located in the Hunstanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Philips Chase, Hunstanton, PE36 5NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE36 5PG, PE36 5NN, PE36 5EB, PE36 5PU, PE36 5PE, PE36 5JG, PE36 5PD, PE36 5PR, PE36 5PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE36 5NL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46% | 49% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 PE36 5NL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.5% 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 | 5.3% | 21% | 15.7% | 37.9% | -16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.9% | 61.5% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 17.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 7.4% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 19.1% | 9.6% | -9.5% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 12.7% | 35.7% | 23.0% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 39% | 36.9% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 31.5% | 20.1% | -11.4% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 14.6% | 5.3% | -9.3% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 50.7% | 19.7% | -31.0% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 11.2% | 4.0% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 15.6% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 10.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.7% | 14.2% | 8.5% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 25.8% | 14.8% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 7.2% | 3.3% | -3.9% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 98.6% | 92.4% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 5.1% | 4.2% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 92.7% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 63.7% | 46.2% | 17.5% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Philips Chase was 25.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.9% lower than the Brancaster average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Philips Chase has the 6th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Brancaster and the 145th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Philips Chase, Hunstanton, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2025-06-13 | £244,251 |
| 22 Philips Chase, Hunstanton, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-08-01 | £289,290 |
| 21 Philips Chase, Hunstanton, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-10-04 | £243,700 |
| 14 Philips Chase, Hunstanton, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-06-09 | £224,238 |
| 16 Philips Chase, Hunstanton, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2022-04-05 | £254,707 |
PE36 5NL 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 PE36 5NL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 196 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunstanton Primary School Collingwood Road , PE36 5DY | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heacham Infant and Nursery School School Road , Heacham PE31 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,563 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heacham Junior School College Drive , Heacham PE31 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,741 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithdon High School Downs Road , PE36 5HY | 3out of 4 | 1,173 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glebe House School 2 Cromer Road , PE36 6HW | - not rated | 1,961 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunstanton Primary School After School Club And Breakfast Cl | Collingwood Road, Hunstanton | 795 yd | |
| Vegas Coffee Shop | South Beach Road, Hunstanton | 1,051 yd | |
| Harry's Fish Bar | 3 South Beach Road, Hunstanton | 1,051 yd | |
| The Hunstanton Ski Club Cafe And Bar | South Beach Road, Hunstanton | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boathouse Bar And Restaurant | Manor Road, Hunstanton | 846 yd | |
| Sundowners Family Lounge Bar | Searles of Hunstanton, South Beach Road | 973 yd | |
| Fountain Sports Bar | 3 South Beach Road, Hunstanton | 1,051 yd | |
| Smokey Jo's Restaurant And Grill | 3 South Beach Road, Hunstanton | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vegas Fish Bar | South Beach Road, Hunstanton | 1,051 yd | |
| The Beach Hut | 3 South Beach Road, Hunstanton | 1,051 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manor Road Holiday Village MANOR PARK HOLIDAY VILLAGE MANOR PARK HOLIDAY VILLAGE MANOR ROAD | swimming pool | 770 yd |
| Heacham Manor Hotel MULBERRY PLACE | golf | 888 yd |
| Searles Leisure Resort SOUTH BEACH ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 969 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 | 73.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.