Downham Road is in Denver, Downham Market and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE38 0DF is located in the Denver 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 Downham Road, Denver, Downham Market, PE38 0DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE38 0DH, PE38 0DW, PE38 0DJ, PE38 0DT, PE38 0EB, PE38 0DY, PE38 0DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE38 0DF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.1% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.9% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 PE38 0DF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 23.1% | 27.6% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 51.2% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8% | 11% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 9.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 46.5% | 47.1% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 34.5% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 11.7% | -4.4% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 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.
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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 20.7% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 14.3% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 15% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 8.3% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 22.3% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 96.6% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 94.1% | 92.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.7% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 91.7% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.3% | 76.7% | -5.4% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Downham Road was 35.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.0% higher than the Airfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Downham Road has the 31st highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Airfield and the 231st lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Downham Road, Downham Market, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2023-03-21 | £275,766 |
| 5 Downham Road, Downham Market, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £412,500 | 2022-11-16 | £381,975 |
| Chapel House, 21 Downham Road, Downham Market, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2022-11-03 | £439,419 |
| 2 Old Rectory Meadow Downham Road, Downham Market, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2020-11-13 | £344,046 |
| Chapel House, 21 Downham Road, Downham Market, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £432,000 | 2020-01-31 | £523,331 |
PE38 0DF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School 19 Ryston Road , Denver PE38 0DP | 3out of 4 | 261 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Academy Nursery Road , PE38 9PF | 3out of 4 | 2,052 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Downham Market, Hillcrest Primary School Hillcrest , Bexwell Road PE38 9ND | 3out of 4 | 2,111 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimbotsham and Stow Academy Chapel Lane , Wimbotsham PE34 3QH | 3out of 4 | 3,718 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilgay Riverside Academy Church Road , Hilgay PE38 0JL | 2out of 4 | 3,900 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,894 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 | 4,525 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell Inn | 2 Ely Road, Denver | 156 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Playing Fields 24A 24A NIGHTINGALE WALK | grass pitches | 310 yd |
| Ryston Park Golf Club ELY ROAD | golf | 670 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 | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.