Bridge Street is in Hilgay, Downham Market and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE38 0LD is located in the Denver electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridge Street, Hilgay, Downham Market, PE38 0LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE38 0LJ, PE38 0LB, PE38 0JQ, PE38 0JH, PE38 0JG, PE38 0LH, PE38 0QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE38 0LD has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 47.8% | 47.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 52.2% | 52.2% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 0LD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 23.7% | 23.7% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 57.1% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 14.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 35.4% | 35.6% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 39% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 19.8% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 29.5% | 21.9% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 14.8% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 11.6% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 19.4% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 23.9% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1.9% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.9% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.2% | 95.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 95.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridge Street was 71.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 180.6% higher than the Airfield average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Bridge Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Airfield and the 122nd highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosskeys Riverside House Bridge Street, Downham Market, Norfolk Other, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2024-05-02 | £741,405 |
| Wharfe Cottage Bridge Street, Downham Market, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2015-05-05 | £344,263 |
PE38 0LD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
PE38 0LD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 49 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 18 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilgay Riverside Academy Church Road , Hilgay PE38 0JL | 2out of 4 | 588 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ten Mile Bank Riverside Academy Station Road , Ten Mile Bank PE38 0EP | 3out of 4 | 2,904 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School 19 Ryston Road , Denver PE38 0DP | 3out of 4 | 3,228 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southery Academy Westgate Street , Southery PE38 0PA | 3out of 4 | 4,676 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downham Market, Hillcrest Primary School Hillcrest , Bexwell Road PE38 9ND | 3out of 4 | 5,146 yd | Community 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 | 5,026 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Tree Hilgay Ltd | Steels Drove, Hilgay | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilgay Motorboat Club | Crosskeys, Bridge Street | 34 yd | |
| Hilgay Rose And Crown Ltd | The Rose And Crown, Bridge Street | 128 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilgay Playing Field CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 574 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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.