Old School Court is in Thornham, Hunstanton and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE36 6JZ is located in the Brancaster electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2003-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old School Court, Thornham, Hunstanton, PE36 6JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE36 6LY, PE36 6ND, PE36 6NT, PE36 6NW, PE36 6NQ, PE36 6NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE36 6JZ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 47.6% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 49.1% | 52.4% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 6JZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.8% 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 | 13.7% | 13.9% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -24.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 62.8% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 18.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 9.5% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 10.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 38.9% | 40.3% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 41.3% | 38.2% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 17.4% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 20.5% | 23.2% | 2.7% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.4% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 15.9% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 10.1% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 37.7% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 3.9% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.2% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 89.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 89.4% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 90.1% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.2% | 9.2% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 61.8% | 46.2% | 15.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old School Court was 31.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.5% higher than the Bircham with Rudhams average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Old School Court has the 12th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bircham with Rudhams and the 186th 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 -8.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Old School Court, Hunstanton, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2022-04-01 | £699,186 |
| 3 Old School Court, Hunstanton, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £528,000 | 2012-05-04 | £931,076 |
| 5 Old School Court, Hunstanton, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2009-01-23 | £1,084,397 |
| 6 Old School Court, Hunstanton, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2004-10-04 | £607,480 |
| 6 Old School Court, Hunstanton, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2003-01-24 | £790,495 |
PE36 6JZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 27% 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 6JZ 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 PE36 6JZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Full-Time Employee | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brancaster Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Market Lane , Brancaster PE31 8AB | 3out of 4 | 4,280 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Orange Tree | High Street, Thornham | 150 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lifeboat Inn | Ship Lane, Thornham | 595 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Green (Closed) Green Lane | grass pitches | 319 yd |
| Thornham Cricket Club HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 859 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.