Is PE32 1BN a safe place to live?

Yes, PE32 1BN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 17 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PE32 1BN?

The average property price in PE32 1BN is currently around £175k.

What is the population of PE32 1BN?

The population for the PE32 1BN area is approximately 281 residents according to the latest census data.

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

CHURCH CLOSE, PE32 1BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH CLOSE, PE32 1BN.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,000 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PE32 1BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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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6/10

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9/10

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3/10

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7/10

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5/10

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3/10

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1/10

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6/10

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10/10

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Area Character

PE32 1BN is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 115.7% year-on-year.

home £175,714 median price shield Safety 6/10

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

PE32 1BN is a safe, established residential area on Church Close in King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Gayton & Grimston ward and the North West Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, PE32 1BN represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 115.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PE32 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00135565 (shared with 4 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 PE32 1BN. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 177,500

6 sales · Mean £ 233,833

Terraced

£ 165,000

1 sales · Mean £ 165,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PE32 1BN has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences10

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

Holly Meadows School

Good140 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Grimston Post Office & Stores0.7 km
The Crafty Corner Shop0.7 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Old Bell Public House, Bed & Breakfast, Restaurant0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Kings Lynn9.6 km
Watlington15.1 km