PE38 0AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Drove, 1.1km from Nordelph in Barroway Drove. Administratively it sits within Upwell & Delph ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, PE38 0AW represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: Average house prices are around £367k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PE38 0AW are sourced from Output Area E00135784 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE DROVE, PE38 0AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DROVE, PE38 0AW.
448
43
£ 39,600 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PE38 0AW spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £367k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE38 0AW. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 367,000
1 sales · Mean £ 367,000
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Downham Market4.7 km
- Watlington10.5 km
- Manea13.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PE380AW · Data under Open Government Licence