Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

BRANDON CLOSE, PE37 7EF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRANDON CLOSE, PE37 7EF.

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Population

362

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 37,600 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PE37 7EF 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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7/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

PE37 7EF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 76% 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PE37 7EF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brandon Close, 0.9km from Swaffham in Swaffham. Administratively it sits within Swaffham ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £266k.

Census 2021 statistics for PE37 7EF are sourced from Output Area E00134460 (shared with 10 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 7EF. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 278,000

5 sales · Mean £ 274,600

Semi-Detached

£ 200,000

1 sales · Mean £ 200,000

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

PE37 7EF has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences49
Anti-social behaviour10
Other theft6
Drugs4
Public order3

school Local Schools

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The Nicholas Hamond Academy

Good652 pupils0.2 km
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Swaffham CofE Primary Academy

Good222 pupils0.3 km
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Heartwood CofE VC Primary & Nursery School

Good205 pupils0.4 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

104 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • The Teapot Cafe0.8 km
  • Dominos0.9 km
  • Margaret's Tea & Play1.0 km
  • Rasputin0.8 km
  • Swaffham Cafe0.9 km
  • + 11 more
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • John's Mr Chips0.8 km
  • Hong Kong House Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Swaffham Kebab & Pizza House1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.8 km
  • The White Hart0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • J & D Papworth Farms0.8 km
  • McColls0.9 km
  • Sue's News0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd1.0 km
  • Starlings of Swaffham0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.8 km
  • Green Parrot Healthfoods Ltd0.8 km
  • London Street Stores0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dereham Market Place17.9 km