Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

LONDON STREET, PE37 7DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONDON STREET, PE37 7DD.

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Population

361

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 37,600 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

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.

Violence and sexual offences64
Shoplifting49
Anti-social behaviour34
Criminal damage and arson13
Public order11

school Local Schools

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Heartwood CofE VC Primary & Nursery School

Good205 pupils0.2 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

104 pupils0.6 km
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The Nicholas Hamond Academy

Good652 pupils0.8 km
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Swaffham CofE Primary Academy

Good222 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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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
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.2 km
  • The Station Bar & Restaurant0.7 km
  • The White Hart0.0 km
  • Horse & Groom0.5 km
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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
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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