Postcode Analysis Peterborough, East of England

STOCKS HILL, PE5 7AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STOCKS HILL, PE5 7AY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

279

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 52,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PE5 7AY 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.

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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

PE5 7AY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £540k, 69% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £540k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 28.6% year-on-year.

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

PE5 7AY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Stocks Hill, 0.1km from Castor in Castor and Ailsworth. Administratively it sits within Glinton and Castor ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.

For families considering a move, PE5 7AY represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £540k, down 28.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PE5 7AY are sourced from Output Area E00079026 (shared with 12 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 PE5 7AY. The average age is 49.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.8%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 540,000

2 sales · Mean £ 540,000

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

PE5 7AY has low crime rates — 15 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.

Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour3
Other crime2
Public order2
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Castor CofE Primary School

Good190 pupils0.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Prince of Wales Feathers0.5 km
  • The Royal Oak0.1 km
  • Castor & Ailsworth Cricket Club0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Coffee House0.8 km
  • The Chubby Castor0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Paper Shop0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peterborough6.2 km
  • Stamford12.6 km
  • Whittlesea15.4 km