PE38 0DB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ravensway, 0.1km from Crow Hall in Downham Market. Administratively it sits within South Downham ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PE38, PE38 0DB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £420k, down 9.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PE38 0DB are sourced from Output Area E00135742 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAVENSWAY, PE38 0DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAVENSWAY, PE38 0DB.
368
52
£ 40,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PE38 0DB — age 52, 84% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 9.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE38 0DB. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 368,750
14 sales · Mean £ 365,428
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
PE38 0DB has low crime rates — 13 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.
school Local Schools
Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Downham Market Academy
Nelson Academy
Downham Market, Hillcrest Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Dice And Decks Fenland0.9 km
- Con. Club Kitchen1.0 km
- Sunshine Cafe & Restaurant0.9 km
- The Seat Coffee House1.0 km
- Allium1.0 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Little Chippy0.7 km
- Direct Pizza Company0.9 km
- Subway0.9 km
- Millennium Pizza1.0 km
- Rumbles Fish Bar1.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Live & Let Live Public House0.7 km
- Downham & Clackclose Conservative Club1.0 km
- The Bell Inn0.7 km
- The Crown Hotel1.0 km
- The Whalebone1.0 km
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Sue Ryder Care1.0 km
- T & M Butchers0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Cream Me Up Scotty1.0 km
- Goddards of Norfolk0.9 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Belle Vue Guest House0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited1.0 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Downham Market1.5 km
- Watlington8.7 km
- Littleport15.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PE380DB · Data under Open Government Licence