Postcode Analysis North Northamptonshire, East Midlands

MARKET PLACE, PE8 4AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARKET PLACE, PE8 4AJ.

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Population

456

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PE8 4AJ 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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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PE8 4AJ combines high owner-occupation (66%), strong property values (£577k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £577k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

PE8 4AJ is a sought-after residential area on Market Place, 0.2km from Oundle in Oundle. Administratively it sits within Oundle ward and the Corby constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PE8, PE8 4AJ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a eat, drink and be merry character: areas dominated by food and entertainment. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 66% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £577k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for PE8 4AJ are sourced from Output Area E00188946 (shared with 18 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 PE8 4AJ. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.6%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 225,000

1 sales · Mean £ 225,000

Semi-Detached

£ 930,000

1 sales · Mean £ 930,000

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

PE8 4AJ has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour35
Violence and sexual offences30
Public order15
Shoplifting8
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Prince William School

Good1236 pupils0.4 km
P

Oundle Church of England Primary School

Outstanding379 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Oundle Rugby Club0.9 km
  • The Rose And Crown0.1 km
  • The Ship Inn0.4 km
  • The Stahl Theatre At Oundle School0.4 km
  • The Talbot Hotel0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • The Chinatown Restaurant0.2 km
  • The Greedy Piglet0.2 km
  • Cookies Bakers & Confectioners Ltd0.1 km
  • Dexters Of Oundle Ltd.0.1 km
  • Tap & Kitchen Ltd0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.1 km
  • Tesco Express0.1 km
  • Waitrose0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Eastern Spices0.4 km
  • New Yangtze River Takeaway0.4 km
  • The Blue Marlin0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Amps Fine Wines0.1 km
  • Amps Fine Wines0.7 km
  • Boots0.1 km
  • Trendalls Ltd0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Corby15.1 km
  • Peterborough18.0 km
  • Stamford18.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Old Town Hall0.0 km
  • Old Town Hall0.1 km
  • Co-op Store0.1 km
  • New Street0.2 km
  • Primary School0.3 km