Postcode Analysis Peterborough, East of England

OLD POND LANE, PE5 7BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD POND LANE, PE5 7BX.

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

313

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Avg Age

42

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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 7BX 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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10/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

PE5 7BX is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

PE5 7BX is a safe, established residential area on Old Pond Lane, 0.4km from Ailsworth in Castor and Ailsworth. Administratively it sits within Glinton and Castor ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.

For families considering a move, PE5 7BX represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £279k.

Census 2021 statistics for PE5 7BX are sourced from Output Area E00079028 (shared with 23 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 7BX. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 279,000

2 sales · Mean £ 279,000

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

PE5 7BX has low crime rates — 29 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 offences14
Anti-social behaviour11
Other crime4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Castor CofE Primary School

Good190 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Prince of Wales Feathers0.1 km
  • The Royal Oak0.5 km
  • Castor & Ailsworth Cricket Club0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Coffee House0.4 km
  • The Chubby Castor0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Paper Shop0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peterborough6.6 km
  • Stamford12.2 km
  • Whittlesea15.9 km