Postcode Analysis King's Lynn and West Norfolk, East of England

CHURCH CLOSE, PE32 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH CLOSE, PE32 1BL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

281

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 42,000 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PE32 1BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 41, PE32 1BL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

PE32 1BL is a safe, established residential area on Church Close in King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Gayton & Grimston ward and the North West Norfolk constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% 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 £245k.

Census 2021 statistics for PE32 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00135565 (shared with 4 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 PE32 1BL. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 210,000

3 sales · Mean £ 226,666

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PE32 1BL has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Holly Meadows School

Good140 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • The Crafty Corner Shop0.6 km
  • Grimston Post Office & Stores0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Old Bell Public House, Bed & Breakfast, Restaurant0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kings Lynn9.7 km
  • Watlington15.2 km