Postcode Analysis Peterborough, East of England

THORPE ROAD, PE3 6AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORPE ROAD, PE3 6AP.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 47,800 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PE3 6AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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3/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

PE3 6AP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £576k, 72% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PE3 6AP is a safe, established residential area on Thorpe Road, 0.9km from West Town in Peterborough. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Peterborough constituency.

For families considering a move, PE3 6AP represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Peterborough. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £576k.

Census 2021 statistics for PE3 6AP are sourced from Output Area E00187724 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE3 6AP. The average age is 31.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British67.8%
Asian / British Asian13.0%
Black / African / Caribbean11.6%
Other / Mixed7.6%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 444,997

4 sales · Mean £ 466,498

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around PE3 6AP is moderate at 52 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.

Violence and sexual offences106
Anti-social behaviour54
Public order15
Vehicle crime15
Other theft11

school Local Schools

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West Town Primary Academy

Good387 pupils0.4 km
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Richard Barnes Academy

Inadequate102 pupils0.5 km
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The Beeches Primary School

Good610 pupils1.0 km
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Brewster Avenue Infant School

Good199 pupils1.1 km
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Nene Valley Primary School

Good312 pupils1.1 km
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St Augustine's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Junior School

Good237 pupils1.1 km
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Gladstone Primary Academy

Requires Improvement555 pupils1.4 km
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Jack Hunt School

Good1833 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

49 nearby
  • Majestic Wine0.9 km
  • The Card Factory Ltd1.0 km
  • American Candy1.0 km
  • Bismillah Butchers0.9 km
  • Faizan'e Madina Food Store0.9 km
  • + 44 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Westward Bowls Club0.9 km
  • Ferrari's Cafe0.6 km
  • The Bike Barista0.6 km
  • 1498 Spice Affair1.0 km
  • Buzz Bingo1.0 km
  • + 27 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Megabite0.9 km
  • Roshni Takeaway0.9 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • Doorstep Dolci0.5 km
  • Golden Fish Bar0.5 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Blind Tiger0.9 km
  • The Stone Works1.0 km
  • The Boathouse0.5 km
  • Bumble Inn1.0 km
  • The Brewery Tap0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Waitrose0.6 km
  • Marks & Spencer1.0 km
  • Co-Op0.2 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd1.0 km
  • Central England Co-operative0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • GMC Supplies ltd0.6 km
  • Dragonfly Hotel Peterborough0.5 km
  • Park Inn Hotel1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peterborough0.6 km
  • Whittlesea10.0 km
  • Stamford17.2 km