Is PE34 3BF a safe place to live?

Yes, PE34 3BF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PE34 3BF?

The population for the PE34 3BF area is approximately 382 residents according to the latest census data.

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

HIGH ROAD, PE34 3BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH ROAD, PE34 3BF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

382

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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6/10

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4/10

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5/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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Area Character

PE34 3BF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PE34 3BF is a safe, established residential area on High Road, 0.2km from Saddle Bow in Wiggenhall St Germans. Administratively it sits within Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, PE34 3BF represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PE34 3BF are sourced from Output Area E00135842 (shared with 15 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 PE34 3BF. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.5%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

PE34 3BF has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour2

Public order2

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Watlington4.7 km
Kings Lynn4.7 km
Downham Market12.3 km