PE3 6DW is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Midland Road, 0.4km from West Town in Peterborough. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Peterborough constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Peterborough.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 75 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for PE3 6DW are sourced from Output Area E00079363 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MIDLAND ROAD, PE3 6DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MIDLAND ROAD, PE3 6DW.
510
30
£ 47,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE3 6DW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
PE3 6DW has a highly multicultural community character — 58% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 30 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE3 6DW. The average age is 30.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 155,000
2 sales · Mean £ 155,000
Semi-Detached
£ 180,000
1 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PE3 6DW is moderate at 75 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
Richard Barnes Academy
West Town Primary Academy
The Beeches Primary School
Gladstone Primary Academy
The King's (The Cathedral) School
Queen's Drive Infant School
Bishop Creighton Academy
Brewster Avenue Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
93 nearby- Lithuanian Shop1.0 km
- Shrives the Chemist0.9 km
- Westwood Filling Station0.9 km
- Next Plc0.8 km
- Afromax Ltd0.4 km
- + 88 more
Restaurant, Cafe
53 nearby- CP Cafe1.0 km
- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- The Ladz0.8 km
- Turtle Bay0.9 km
- Authentic Greek Gyros Company0.3 km
- + 48 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Co-Op0.6 km
- Central England Co-operative0.3 km
- Marks & Spencer0.8 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.5 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Swivels0.9 km
- Westgate Grill0.9 km
- Anta’s Kitchen0.4 km
- Family Diner0.2 km
- Gold shish Meze bar and grill1.0 km
- + 29 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Geneva Bar0.8 km
- The Grange Peterborough Limited0.8 km
- Players Sport Lounge0.8 km
- The Drapers Arms0.8 km
- FortyTwo0.9 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- GMC Supplies ltd0.5 km
- The Bull Hotel0.9 km
- Dragonfly Hotel Peterborough0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peterborough0.5 km
- Whittlesea9.9 km
- Stamford17.1 km
Bus Stops
- Peterborough Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PE36DW · Data under Open Government Licence