PE38 0AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bridge Road, 0.2km from Bridge Hythe in King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Upwell & Delph ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 63% 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: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 8.8% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PE38 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00135781 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIDGE ROAD, PE38 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGE ROAD, PE38 0AE.
302
44
£ 39,600 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
PE38 0AE is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 8.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE38 0AE. The average age is 43.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 199,000
2 sales · Mean £ 199,000
Detached
£ 202,500
4 sales · Mean £ 206,250
Terraced
£ 139,600
6 sales · Mean £ 140,115
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE38 0AE has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Nelson Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Dice And Decks Fenland1.0 km
- Bluebells1.0 km
- Dangs Thai Restaurant1.0 km
- Discover Downham1.0 km
- Downham Youth Centre1.0 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- KP & Sons0.9 km
- Shire Foods East Anglia Ltd0.5 km
- Reesey's Ice Cream - RE55EYS0.5 km
- King's Lynn Foodbank, Downham Market Distribution Centre0.6 km
- Sue Ryder0.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Downham & Clackclose Conservative Club1.0 km
- The Crown Hotel1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- New Ho Wong0.9 km
- Rumbles Fish Bar1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Downham Market0.5 km
- Watlington8.0 km
- Littleport15.8 km
Bus Stops
- Downham Market Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PE380AE · Data under Open Government Licence