PE37 7DD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on London Street, 0.3km from Swaffham in Swaffham. Administratively it sits within Swaffham ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, PE37 7DD represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 65% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £385k.
Census 2021 statistics for PE37 7DD are sourced from Output Area E00134453 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONDON STREET, PE37 7DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONDON STREET, PE37 7DD.
361
52
£ 37,600 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE37 7DD 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
No single demographic signal dominates PE37 7DD — age 52, 65% ownership, 33% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 PE37 7DD. The average age is 52.4. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 500,000
3 sales · Mean £ 418,333
Flat
£ 105,000
7 sales · Mean £ 102,751
Semi-Detached
£ 158,240
3 sales · Mean £ 153,580
Terraced
£ 138,000
1 sales · Mean £ 138,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE37 7DD has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Heartwood CofE VC Primary & Nursery School
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School
The Nicholas Hamond Academy
Swaffham CofE Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Swaffham Community Hospital0.6 km
- The Teapot Cafe0.2 km
- Dominos0.3 km
- Indian Summer0.5 km
- Margaret's Tea & Play0.3 km
- + 16 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- John's Mr Chips0.1 km
- Hong Kong House Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
- Swaffham Kebab & Pizza House0.3 km
- Beijing Diner0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Red Lion0.2 km
- The Station Bar & Restaurant0.7 km
- The White Hart0.0 km
- Horse & Groom0.5 km
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Greggs0.6 km
- J & D Papworth Farms0.2 km
- McColls0.3 km
- Sue's News0.3 km
- Swaffham & Litcham Home Hospice Support0.9 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Waitrose0.9 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.2 km
- Asda0.5 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Green Parrot Healthfoods Ltd0.2 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dereham Market Place17.9 km
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Postcode Profile: PE377DD · Data under Open Government Licence