PE5 7AG is a safe, established residential area on Maffit Road, 0.2km from Ailsworth in Castor and Ailsworth. Administratively it sits within Glinton and Castor ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PE5, PE5 7AG offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 75% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £455k.
Census 2021 statistics for PE5 7AG are sourced from Output Area E00079025 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAFFIT ROAD, PE5 7AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAFFIT ROAD, PE5 7AG.
221
45
£ 52,500 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE5 7AG 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. PE5 7AG's low deprivation rank, 75% ownership, and £455k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE5 7AG. The average age is 45.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 481,500
2 sales · Mean £ 481,500
Detached
£ 439,000
8 sales · Mean £ 428,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE5 7AG has low crime rates — 32 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
Castor CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Prince of Wales Feathers0.6 km
- Castor & Ailsworth Cricket Club0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Coffee House0.3 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The Paper Shop0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peterborough7.0 km
- Stamford11.6 km
- Whittlesea16.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PE57AG · Data under Open Government Licence