PE36 5BG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Hunstanton, New in Hunstanton. Administratively it sits within Hunstanton ward and the North West Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, PE36 5BG represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. Average age 60 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PE36 5BG are sourced from Output Area E00135608 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PE36 5BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PE36 5BG.
191
60
£ 36,800 /yr
25%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE36 5BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
PE36 5BG is a settled retirement community — average age 60, 78% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE36 5BG. The average age is 60.3. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE36 5BG has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hunstanton Primary School
Smithdon High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
15 nearby- Ashleigh Lodge0.8 km
- Ellinbrook House Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- Glenberis Bed And Breakfast0.9 km
- Gate Lodge Guest House0.3 km
- Station House0.2 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Candy Castle0.1 km
- Kemps Fruit And Veg0.5 km
- Rocky Thompsons0.1 km
- Norfolk Deli0.6 km
- Thompsons Sweets0.6 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- Alive Oasis0.1 km
- Berni Beans0.5 km
- McCarthy & Stone Eastland Grange0.6 km
- The Terrace0.5 km
- Beccas Kitchen0.7 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- Tesco0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Five Frying Fish0.4 km
- Libertys0.1 km
- Mr Eats0.1 km
- Reg's Fish And Chips0.0 km
- Sally's Fish Bar0.1 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- O'Quigleys Bar0.2 km
- The Honeystone0.2 km
- The Wash & Tope Arms0.3 km
- Waterside Bar0.1 km
- Deweys At Hunstanton0.6 km
- + 7 more
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Postcode Profile: PE365BG · Data under Open Government Licence