PE37 7DX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on London Street, 0.7km from Swaffham in Swaffham. Administratively it sits within Swaffham ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k.
Census 2021 statistics for PE37 7DX are sourced from Output Area E00134454 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONDON STREET, PE37 7DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONDON STREET, PE37 7DX.
263
59
£ 37,600 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE37 7DX 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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 59, PE37 7DX is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE37 7DX. The average age is 58.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 265,000
1 sales · Mean £ 265,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE37 7DX has low crime rates — 22 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
Heartwood CofE VC Primary & Nursery School
The Nicholas Hamond Academy
Swaffham CofE Primary Academy
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Swaffham Community Hospital1.0 km
- The Teapot Cafe0.6 km
- Dominos0.7 km
- Indian Summer0.9 km
- Margaret's Tea & Play0.7 km
- + 16 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- John's Mr Chips0.5 km
- Hong Kong House Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Swaffham Kebab & Pizza House0.7 km
- Beijing Diner0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Red Lion0.6 km
- The White Hart0.4 km
- Horse & Groom0.9 km
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Greggs1.0 km
- J & D Papworth Farms0.6 km
- McColls0.7 km
- Sue's News0.7 km
- Swaffham Service Station Ltd1.0 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland Foods Ltd0.6 km
- Asda0.8 km
- Green Parrot Healthfoods Ltd0.6 km
- London Street Stores0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dereham Market Place18.0 km
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Postcode Profile: PE377DX · Data under Open Government Licence