Is PE31 6AD a safe place to live?

Yes, PE31 6AD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 20 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PE31 6AD?

The average property price in PE31 6AD is currently around £612k.

What is the population of PE31 6AD?

The population for the PE31 6AD area is approximately 199 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis King's Lynn and West Norfolk, East of England

LOWER ROAD, PE31 6AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER ROAD, PE31 6AD.

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Population

199

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PE31 6AD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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4/10

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4/10

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8/10

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1/10

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6/10

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1/10

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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 58, PE31 6AD is established retirement territory. With £612k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode. Property prices are trending down 74.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PE31 6AD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Lower Road, 0.4km from Castle Rising in King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Administratively it sits within The Woottons ward and the North West Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, PE31 6AD represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 58) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £612k, down 74.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PE31 6AD are sourced from Output Area E00135747 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE31 6AD. The average age is 57.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%

Asian / British Asian2.0%

Black / African / Caribbean1.5%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active

FT: 25%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 250,000

Detached

£ 927,500

2 sales · Mean £ 927,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

PE31 6AD has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour1

Criminal damage and arson1

Possession of weapons1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Castle Rising Cricket Club0.3 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Unique Castle Rising Tea Rooms0.3 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Castle Rising Castle Gift Shop0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Kings Lynn6.3 km
Watlington14.9 km