PE12 0BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Engine Dyke, 0.1km from Gedney Dyke in South Holland. Administratively it sits within Gedney ward and the South Holland and The Deepings constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k.
Census 2021 statistics for PE12 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00133285 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ENGINE DYKE, PE12 0BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ENGINE DYKE, PE12 0BE.
337
52
£ 35,400 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE12 0BE 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PE12 0BE spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. £245k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE12 0BE. The average age is 52.2. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 230,000
10 sales · Mean £ 233,595
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE12 0BE has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Spalding17.5 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.1 km
- Demand Responsive Area0.1 km
- Post Office0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PE120BE · Data under Open Government Licence