PE32 1AE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Low Road, 1.0km from Congham in King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Massingham with Castle Acre ward and the North West Norfolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PE32, PE32 1AE offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k.
Census 2021 statistics for PE32 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00135795 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOW ROAD, PE32 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOW ROAD, PE32 1AE.
238
52
£ 39,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
PE32 1AE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE32 1AE. The average age is 52.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 315,000
10 sales · Mean £ 316,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
PE32 1AE has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holly Meadows School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- The Crafty Corner Shop0.6 km
- Grimston Post Office & Stores0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Anvil Inn & Restaurant0.9 km
- The Old Bell Public House, Bed & Breakfast, Restaurant0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Congham Hall Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kings Lynn9.7 km
- Watlington15.7 km
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Postcode Profile: PE321AE · Data under Open Government Licence