St John's Highway, Norfolk | Local Guide & Postcodes

About St John's Highway

St John's Highway is a road located in Norfolk, England, within the PE14 postcode area. This route serves as a key thoroughfare in the region, connecting various localities and providing access to nearby amenities. The highway is lined with a mix of residential properties and small businesses, reflecting the character of the area.

In addition to its practical role, St John's Highway is situated near several points of interest, including parks and recreational areas, which offer opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding countryside provides a pleasant backdrop for those travelling along the road. Overall, St John's Highway is an important part of the local infrastructure, facilitating movement and access for residents and visitors alike.

School Ratings in St John's Highway

There are 23 schools in and around St John's Highway. Emneth Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in St John's Highway

The average property price is £302K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £313K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in St John's Highway

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across St John's Highway, with 8 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in St John's Highway

St John's Highway falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in St John's Highway

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of St John's Highway, the nearest being St John's Surgery (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for St John's Highway

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Property Prices 3,245 sales

Average Price £302K

£800 , £29.65M

Detached £313K 1,948

Semi £200K 785

Terraced £158K 206

Flat £87K 12

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary

2 Secondary

4 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 15

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE14 postcode area.

Walpole Highway Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Terrington St John Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Tilney St Lawrence Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.5 miles Anthony Curton CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Tilney All Saints CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles West Walton Community Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Marshland High School Secondary Good 2.9 miles Marshland St James Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 2.9 miles Westfield House School Not applicable Good 3.2 miles Walpole Cross Keys Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Terrington St Clement Community School Primary Good 4 miles St Clement's High School Secondary Good 4 miles

Household Income in St John's Highway ONS 2023

The average total household income in St John's Highway is approximately £45,470 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,588. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

St John's Highway £45,470

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,588.

Businesses in St John's Highway ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,033 active businesses based in St John's Highway, around 42 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,033 Total businesses

42 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in St John's Highway IMD 2025

St John's Highway falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation

3/10

Income

5/10

Employment

4/10

Education

2/10

Health

4/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

5/10

Children 0-15 16%

Working age 59%

Older 65+ 25%

4,050 Children (0-15) 16%

14,509 Working Age 59%

6,095 Older (65+) 25%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 36.5% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households

Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in St John's Highway 53 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

St John's Highway records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 26

Anti-Social Behaviour 8

Criminal Damage & Arson 6

Other Theft 4

Other Crime 3

Robbery 2

Drugs 1

Public Order 1

Shoplifting 1

Vehicle Crime 1

Local Policing

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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Watlington Train Station 6 miles

Kings Lynn Train Station 7 miles

Downham Market Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Terrington St John 0.6 miles Walpole Highway 0.9 miles Ratten Row 0.9 miles Church End 0.9 miles Tilney St Lawrence 1.4 miles Wash Dyke 1.8 miles Walpole St Peter 1.8 miles St John's Fen End 2 miles Walton Highway 2.2 miles Walpole St Andrew 2.2 miles Tilney Fen End 2.2 miles The Smeeth 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Fenland

County Cambridgeshire

Ward Elm & Christchurch

Constituency North East Cambridgeshire

Parish Elm

Region East of England

Home Ownership in St John's Highway

Of the 10,289 households in and around St John's Highway, 75% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 11% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering St John's Highway.

Frequently Asked Questions about St John's Highway

What is the population of St John's Highway?

St John's Highway has a population of approximately 24,650 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in St John's Highway?

The average property in and around St John's Highway sold for about £301,593, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 14% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is St John's Highway a deprived area?

St John's Highway sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover St John's Highway?

St John's Highway is covered by the PE14 postcode district.

How many schools are there in St John's Highway?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of St John's Highway, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to St John's Highway?

The nearest railway station to St John's Highway is Watlington Train Station, about 6 miles away.

Streets in PE14 30 shown View all streets

Abington Grove 1 Abraham Drive 1 All Saints Close 1 Angle Road 1 B1101 1 Back Drove 3 Back Lane 1 Back Road 2 Bakers Road 1 Baldwins Drove 1 Bambers Lane 1 Baptist Road 3 Bar Drove 3 Bardyke Bank 2 Basin Road 3 Beaupre Avenue 2 Bedford Bank (East) 1 Begdale Road 3 Bellamy's Lane 1 Bells Drove 1 Belt Drove 2 Biggs Road 2 Birch Grove 1 Birdbeck Drive 1 Black Bear Lane 1 Black Drove 3 Blunt's Drove 2 Blunt's Orchard Drove 1 Bonnetts Lane 1 Bramley Court 1

Postcodes in PE14 50 shown View all postcodes

PE14 0AA PE14 0AB PE14 0AD PE14 0AE PE14 0AF PE14 0AG PE14 0AH PE14 0AJ PE14 0AL PE14 0AN PE14 0AP PE14 0AQ PE14 0AR PE14 0AS PE14 0AT PE14 0AU PE14 0AW PE14 0AX PE14 0AY PE14 0AZ PE14 0BA PE14 0BB PE14 0BD PE14 0BE PE14 0BG PE14 0BH PE14 0BJ PE14 0BL PE14 0BN PE14 0BQ PE14 0BS PE14 0BT PE14 0BU PE14 0BW PE14 0BX PE14 0BY PE14 0BZ PE14 0DA PE14 0DB PE14 0DD PE14 0DE PE14 0DF PE14 0DG PE14 0DH PE14 0DJ PE14 0DL PE14 0DN PE14 0DP PE14 0DQ PE14 0DR

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