PE29 1DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ryefield Close, 0.7km from Newtown in Huntingdon. Administratively it sits within Huntingdon North ward and the Huntingdon constituency.
For families considering a move, PE29 1DG represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (52% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £287k. 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 PE29 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00183540 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RYEFIELD CLOSE, PE29 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RYEFIELD CLOSE, PE29 1DG.
320
30
£ 44,000 /yr
62%
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
PE29 1DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 30, 76% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE29 1DG. The average age is 30.5. 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
£ 240,000
3 sales · Mean £ 250,666
Detached
£ 255,000
1 sales · Mean £ 255,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE29 1DG has low crime rates — 45 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
St John's CofE Primary School
Huntingdon Nursery School
Huntingdon Primary School
Thongsley Fields Primary and Nursery School
Spring Common Academy
St Peter's School
Hartford Junior School
Hartford Infant and Preschool
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- D J Supermarkets Ltd0.5 km
- Hope's sweet creations1.0 km
- Slimming World0.2 km
- Costcutter0.3 km
- Maureen's Jam0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Lord Protector0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Eddie's Place0.8 km
- Geanna's0.8 km
- Dreamers Bar0.4 km
- Pausa1.0 km
- Bensons for Beds0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Golden Chippy0.6 km
- Golden Lake Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Curry Hut0.9 km
- Tony's Takeaway0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Braywood House0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Huntingdon1.7 km
- St Neots Station13.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PE291DG · Data under Open Government Licence