We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Castle Rising in King's Lynn and West Norfolk from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Castle Rising older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Castle Rising and King's Lynn and West Norfolk? Is Castle Rising an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Castle Rising Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of King's Lynn and West Norfolk.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| King's Lynn and West Norfolk | 2.8% | -0.1% |
| East of England | 3% | -0.3% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 52.66% |
| In Part-Time Work | 30.05% |
| Unemployed | 2.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Castle Rising & King's Lynn and West Norfolk Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Castle Rising in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk local area district.
Castle Rising has a lower rate of immigrants than King's Lynn and West Norfolk, the East of England region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| The Woottons | 92.46% | 7.54% |
| King's Lynn and West Norfolk | 89.67% | 10.33% |
| East | 85.09% | 14.91% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Castle Rising compared to other wards in King's Lynn and West Norfolk
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas | 71.38% | 28.62% |
| 2 | North Lynn | 71.92% | 28.08% |
| 3 | Fairstead | 72.41% | 27.59% |
| 4 | Gaywood Clock | 78.52% | 21.48% |
| 5 | Springwood | 79.86% | 20.14% |
| 6 | South & West Lynn | 81.33% | 18.67% |
| 7 | Feltwell | 82.43% | 17.57% |
| 8 | Gaywood Chase | 82.92% | 17.08% |
| 9 | Downham Old Town | 87.18% | 12.82% |
| 10 | East Downham | 90.61% | 9.39% |
| 11 | North Downham | 91.12% | 8.88% |
| 12 | Methwold | 91.29% | 8.71% |
| 13 | Gaywood North Bank | 91.46% | 8.54% |
| 14 | The Woottons | 92.46% | 7.54% |
| 15 | West Winch | 92.56% | 7.44% |
| 16 | Wissey | 93.01% | 6.99% |
| 17 | South Downham | 93.75% | 6.25% |
| 18 | Airfield | 94.44% | 5.56% |
| 19 | Hunstanton | 94.44% | 5.56% |
| 20 | Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole | 94.44% | 5.56% |
| 21 | Emneth & Outwell | 94.63% | 5.37% |
| 22 | Burnham Market & Docking | 94.75% | 5.25% |
| 23 | Massingham with Castle Acre | 95.02% | 4.98% |
| 24 | Denver | 95.19% | 4.81% |
| 25 | Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall | 95.32% | 4.68% |
| 26 | Terrington | 95.37% | 4.63% |
| 27 | Bircham with Rudhams | 95.43% | 4.57% |
| 28 | Upwell & Delph | 95.46% | 4.54% |
| 29 | Watlington | 95.5% | 4.5% |
| 30 | Brancaster | 95.78% | 4.22% |
| 31 | Gayton & Grimston | 96.08% | 3.92% |
| 32 | Heacham | 96.27% | 3.73% |
| 33 | Clenchwarton | 96.37% | 3.63% |
| 34 | Dersingham | 96.5% | 3.5% |
| 35 | Snettisham | 96.68% | 3.32% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Castle Rising and King's Lynn and West Norfolk
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Castle Rising either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 86.46 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 13.54 of Castle Rising residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| The Woottons | 86.46% | 13.54% |
| King's Lynn and West Norfolk | 67% | 33% |
| East | 65.23% | 34.77% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Castle Rising has a significantly higher level of home ownership than the national average. This is indicative or an economically wealthy area.
Castle Rising compared to other wards in King's Lynn and West Norfolk
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Woottons | 86.46% | 13.54% |
| 2 | Clenchwarton | 83.06% | 16.94% |
| 3 | West Winch | 80.29% | 19.71% |
| 4 | South Downham | 80.23% | 19.77% |
| 5 | Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole | 79.5% | 20.5% |
| 6 | Gayton & Grimston | 76.31% | 23.69% |
| 7 | Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall | 76.24% | 23.76% |
| 8 | Gaywood North Bank | 75.96% | 24.04% |
| 9 | Terrington | 75.77% | 24.24% |
| 10 | Springwood | 75.53% | 24.47% |
| 11 | Heacham | 75.5% | 24.5% |
| 12 | Wissey | 75.48% | 24.52% |
| 13 | Emneth & Outwell | 75.47% | 24.53% |
| 14 | Watlington (King's Lynn and West Norfolk) | 74.75% | 25.25% |
| 15 | Upwell & Delph | 74.2% | 25.8% |
| 16 | North Downham | 73.36% | 26.64% |
| 17 | Snettisham | 73.27% | 26.73% |
| 18 | Denver | 72.25% | 27.75% |
| 19 | Methwold | 71.88% | 28.12% |
| 20 | Dersingham | 71.73% | 28.27% |
| 21 | Brancaster | 69.47% | 30.53% |
| 22 | Bircham with Rudhams | 67.06% | 32.94% |
| 23 | Hunstanton | 66.53% | 33.47% |
| 24 | Airfield | 65.4% | 34.6% |
| 25 | East Downham | 65.17% | 34.83% |
| 26 | Feltwell | 64.65% | 35.35% |
| 27 | Burnham Market & Docking | 62.9% | 37.1% |
| 28 | Gaywood Chase | 59.96% | 40.04% |
| 29 | Massingham with Castle Acre | 58.51% | 41.49% |
| 30 | South & West Lynn | 53.64% | 46.36% |
| 31 | Gaywood Clock | 50.95% | 49.05% |
| 32 | Downham Old Town | 49.76% | 50.24% |
| 33 | Fairstead | 40.09% | 59.91% |
| 34 | North Lynn | 36.59% | 63.41% |
| 35 | St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas | 31.04% | 68.96% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Castle Rising Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in The Woottons.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Castle Rising Health Statistics
The Woottons has a lower proportion of residents (very_good_pc-$ward_health->very_good_pc, 2)%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woottons | 46.55% | 36.72% | 12.34% | 3.38% | 1.01% |
| King's Lynn and West Norfolk | 41.74% | 36.91% | 15.41% | 4.6% | 1.33% |
| East | 48.28% | 34.64% | 12.5% | 3.58% | 1% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in King's Lynn and West Norfolk changed since 2011?
King's Lynn and West Norfolk residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 0.66% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 40.91% | 37.08% | 15.9% | 4.8% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | 41.74% | 36.91% | 15.41% | 4.6% | 1.33% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Castle Rising?
The largest employment sector in Castle Rising is Professional Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Professional Occupations | 21.75% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 15.97% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 12.15% |
| Skilled Trades | 11.15% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 10.76% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 9.32% |
| Elementary Occupations | 7.84% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 5.04% |
Castle Rising Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Castle Rising residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | The Woottons | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 16.28% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 10.21% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 15.21% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.17% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 17.88% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 31.44% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Castle Rising and King's Lynn and West Norfolk?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in King's Lynn and West Norfolk including Castle Rising. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Airfield | 6128 |
| Bircham with Rudhams | 2645 |
| Brancaster | 2256 |
| Burnham Market & Docking | 2520 |
| Clenchwarton | 2705 |
| Denver | 2381 |
| Dersingham | 5807 |
| Downham Old Town | 3344 |
| East Downham | 3165 |
| Emneth & Outwell | 4883 |
| Fairstead | 6930 |
| Feltwell | 5814 |
| Gayton & Grimston | 5700 |
| Gaywood Chase | 2903 |
| Gaywood Clock | 3300 |
| Gaywood North Bank | 7746 |
| Heacham | 5197 |
| Hunstanton | 4189 |
| Massingham with Castle Acre | 3094 |
| Methwold | 2814 |
| North Downham | 2425 |
| North Lynn | 6701 |
| Snettisham | 2608 |
| South & West Lynn | 5399 |
| South Downham | 2135 |
| Springwood | 3426 |
| St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas | 5285 |
| Terrington | 5857 |
| The Woottons | 6816 |
| Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall | 4919 |
| Upwell & Delph | 6155 |
| Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole | 5762 |
| Watlington | 2717 |
| West Winch | 4875 |
| Wissey | 2644 |
| King's Lynn and West Norfolk Total | 151245 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
