PE2 8XF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brodsworth Road, 0.7km from Drysides in Peterborough. Administratively it sits within Stanground South ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.
For families considering a move, PE2 8XF represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £262k, down 33.6% 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 PE2 8XF are sourced from Output Area E00079262 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRODSWORTH ROAD, PE2 8XF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRODSWORTH ROAD, PE2 8XF.
407
33
£ 46,200 /yr
54%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
PE2 8XF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 33, 63% 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. Property prices are trending down 33.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE2 8XF. The average age is 33.2. 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
Detached
£ 310,750
6 sales · Mean £ 333,250
Semi-Detached
£ 187,500
6 sales · Mean £ 193,000
Terraced
£ 172,000
6 sales · Mean £ 173,583
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE2 8XF has low crime rates — 49 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
Heritage Park Primary School
Saint Michael CofE Primary School (Voluntary Aided)
Southfields Primary School
Oakdale Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Applegreen0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Subway @ Applegreen0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peterborough4.0 km
- Whittlesea5.9 km
- March20.0 km
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Postcode Profile: PE28XF · Data under Open Government Licence