PE31 6AH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Castle Rising in King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Administratively it sits within The Woottons ward and the North West Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, PE31 6AH represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 58 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PE31 6AH are sourced from Output Area E00135747 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PE31 6AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PE31 6AH.
199
58
£ 54,000 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE31 6AH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
PE31 6AH is a settled retirement community — average age 58, 68% 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 PE31 6AH. The average age is 57.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
PE31 6AH has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Castle Rising Cricket Club0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Unique Castle Rising Tea Rooms0.3 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Castle Rising Castle Gift Shop0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kings Lynn6.2 km
- Watlington14.6 km
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Postcode Profile: PE316AH · Data under Open Government Licence