St Edmunds Avenue is in Hunstanton and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE36 6BW is located in the Hunstanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Edmunds Avenue, Hunstanton, PE36 6BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE36 6DA, PE36 6AZ, PE36 6DF, PE36 6BU, PE36 6DR, PE36 6BS, PE36 6DS, PE36 6BY, PE36 6BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE36 6BW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50.4% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.6% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 6BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% 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 | 28.6% | 25.7% | -2.9% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 57% | 7.9% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 7.9% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 7% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 45.6% | 37.9% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 39.1% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 15.7% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.8% | 19.3% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 12.3% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 21.7% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 8.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 17.9% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 20.3% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 99.2% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 95.2% | 96.8% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 96.8% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 19.7% | 13.5% | 6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Edmunds Avenue was 28.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.4% lower than the Brancaster average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
St Edmunds Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Brancaster and the 176th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 St Edmunds Avenue, Hunstanton, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2019-08-30 | £339,971 |
| 24 St Edmunds Avenue, Hunstanton, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2016-11-03 | £343,705 |
| 20 St Edmunds Avenue, Hunstanton, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2015-09-21 | £539,638 |
| 22 St Edmunds Avenue, Hunstanton, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2012-10-12 | £367,547 |
| 20 St Edmunds Avenue, Hunstanton, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2010-03-31 | £393,292 |
PE36 6BW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PE36 6BW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 6BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,372 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heacham Infant and Nursery School School Road , Heacham PE31 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 4,667 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heacham Junior School College Drive , Heacham PE31 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 4,822 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 | 1,096 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 | 390 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church Hall, Church Street | 219 yd | |
| Salad Bowl Cafe | Cliff Parade, Hunstanton | 284 yd | |
| The Norfolk Deli Cafe | Unit 2, 8 Greevegate | 365 yd | |
| Beccas Kitchen | 12 Greevegate, Hunstanton | 370 yd | |
| New Northgate Restaurant | 8 - 9 Northgate Precinct, Northgate | 442 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunstanton EBA Bowls Club | Cromer Road, Hunstanton | 207 yd | |
| Hunstanton Sailing Club | North Promenade, Hunstanton | 478 yd | |
| Hunstanton Conservative Club | 24 High Street, Hunstanton | 534 yd | |
| The Wash & Tope Arms | 10 - 12 Le Strange Terrace, Hunstanton | 790 yd | |
| O'Quigleys Bar | 3 Le Strange Terrace, Hunstanton | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Refreshment | 2 Cliff Parade, Hunstanton | 400 yd | |
| The China Garden House | Northgate, Hunstanton | 442 yd | |
| Supafry | 28-30 Greevegate, Hunstanton | 455 yd | |
| Tina's Sandwich Bar | 11 The Green, Hunstanton | 576 yd | |
| Five Frying Fish | 19B The Green, Hunstanton | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 76-90 Westgate, Hunstanton | 586 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glebe House School And Nursery CROMER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 248 yd |
| Hunstanton Recreation Ground GREEVEGATE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 450 yd |
| Hunstanton Community Centre AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Oasis Leisure Centre (Hunstanton) SEAGATE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 999 yd |
| Smithdon High School DOWNS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,002 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.