Ryston End is in Downham Market and in King'S Lynn And West Norfolk district. PE38 9BB is located in the South Downham 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 Ryston End, Downham Market, PE38 9BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE38 9BG, PE38 9BA, PE38 9AJ, PE38 9BD, PE38 9AX, PE38 9BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE38 9BB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 48.5% | 48.4% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 51.5% | 51.6% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 PE38 9BB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 16.4% | 21.4% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 54.9% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 5.3% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 18.4% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 12.3% |
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 | 40.6% | 42.2% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 32.1% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 20.2% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 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 | 26.9% | 18.1% | -8.8% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 8.8% | 0.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 15.2% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7.4% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 17.2% | 1.7% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 30.9% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 99.1% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 95% | 95.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 95.9% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.8% | 37.2% | -14.4% |
| Christian | 66.7% | 46.2% | 20.5% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ryston End was 57.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.2% lower than the Downham Old Town average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Ryston End has the 11th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Downham Old Town and the 159th highest crime rate of 484 local areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 215.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napenda Ryston End, Downham Market, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2024-05-16 | £596,722 |
| Napenda Ryston End, Downham Market, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-12-20 | £462,834 |
| 91A Ryston End, Downham Market, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2022-03-11 | £667,877 |
| 89 Ryston End, Downham Market, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2021-08-24 | £640,107 |
| 84 Ryston End, Downham Market, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2021-06-30 | £517,055 |
PE38 9BB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 9BB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PE38 9BB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 1,088 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Academy Nursery Road , PE38 9PF | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Downham Market, Hillcrest Primary School Hillcrest , Bexwell Road PE38 9ND | 3out of 4 | 1,147 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimbotsham and Stow Academy Chapel Lane , Wimbotsham PE34 3QH | 3out of 4 | 2,668 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilgay Riverside Academy Church Road , Hilgay PE38 0JL | 2out of 4 | 4,892 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 | 883 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 | 3,513 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Canteen | 17A High Street, Downham Market | 676 yd | |
| Greggs | 1-2 Wales Court, Downham Market | 709 yd | |
| Anada Cafe | 20 Wales Court, Downham Market | 709 yd | |
| Downham Cafe | 13 Market Place, Downham Market | 728 yd | |
| Giardini Di Naxos Limited | 45 High Street, Downham Market | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live & Let Live Public House | 22 London Road, Downham Market | 570 yd | |
| The Whalebone | 58 Bridge Street, Downham Market | 833 yd | |
| The Crown Hotel | 12 Bridge Street, Downham Market | 892 yd | |
| Downham & Clackclose Conservative Club | Eagle House, 18 - 20 Bridge Street | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terracotta House | 16 London Road, Downham Market | 570 yd | |
| Little Chippy | 14 London Road, Downham Market | 573 yd | |
| Spice Hut | 1C High Street, Downham Market | 676 yd | |
| Direct Pizza Company | 16 High Street, Downham Market | 706 yd | |
| Subway | 24 High Street, Downham Market | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, London Road | 570 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 6 Wales Court, Downham Market | 709 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Bridge Street, Downham Market | 833 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Jubilee Community Centre HOWDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 531 yd |
| Downham Market Leisure Centre DOWNHAM MARKET SPORTS CENTRE DOWNHAM MARKET SPORTS CENTRE BEXWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 709 yd |
| Denver Playing Fields 24A 24A NIGHTINGALE WALK | grass pitches | 772 yd |
| Downham Market Academy BEXWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 864 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| 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 | 66.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.