Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

ST JOHNS COURT, PE37 7DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST JOHNS COURT, PE37 7DB.

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

361

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 37,600 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PE37 7DB 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.

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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

PE37 7DB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 65% 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. Property prices are trending up 11.1% year-on-year.

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

PE37 7DB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on St Johns Court, 0.5km from Swaffham in Swaffham. Administratively it sits within Swaffham ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, PE37 7DB represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £158k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 11.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PE37 7DB are sourced from Output Area E00134453 (shared with 13 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 PE37 7DB. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 160,000

5 sales · Mean £ 158,200

Semi-Detached

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

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

PE37 7DB has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences59
Shoplifting37
Anti-social behaviour35
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Heartwood CofE VC Primary & Nursery School

Good205 pupils0.1 km
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The Nicholas Hamond Academy

Good652 pupils0.6 km
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Swaffham CofE Primary Academy

Good222 pupils0.7 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

104 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Swaffham Community Hospital0.7 km
  • The Teapot Cafe0.3 km
  • Dominos0.4 km
  • Indian Summer0.7 km
  • Margaret's Tea & Play0.5 km
  • + 16 more
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • John's Mr Chips0.3 km
  • Hong Kong House Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Swaffham Kebab & Pizza House0.5 km
  • Beijing Diner0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • The Station Bar & Restaurant0.8 km
  • The White Hart0.2 km
  • Horse & Groom0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • J & D Papworth Farms0.4 km
  • McColls0.5 km
  • Sue's News0.4 km
  • Swaffham Service Station Ltd0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.4 km
  • Asda0.6 km
  • Green Parrot Healthfoods Ltd0.3 km
  • London Street Stores0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dereham Market Place17.9 km