PE13 3PH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Beechwood Close, 0.5km from Walsoken, Old in Wisbech. Administratively it sits within Waterlees Village ward and the North East Cambridgeshire constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, PE13 3PH is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PE13 3PH are sourced from Output Area E00091372 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEECHWOOD CLOSE, PE13 3PH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEECHWOOD CLOSE, PE13 3PH.
317
40
£ 40,700 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE13 3PH 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
PE13 3PH has a significant social housing presence — 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE13 3PH. The average age is 39.9. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE13 3PH has low crime rates — 47 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
Orchards Church of England Academy
Clarkson Infants School
St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School
Peckover Primary School
The Nene Infant & Nursery School
Ramnoth Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Londis General Stores0.2 km
- Pleasant News0.5 km
- A1 Stores0.9 km
- International Food Stores0.6 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Yummy Yummy Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Luigis Pizza1.0 km
- Papas Pizza Kebab0.9 km
- Smokey Pizza0.5 km
- Tsangs0.8 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Marmion House Hotel1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Wisbech Yacht Club0.9 km
- Black Bear Public House0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Oasis Grill Bar0.6 km
- Compass Group @ Princes Staff Canteen0.7 km
- Youths Of Fenland CIC0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- March13.9 km
- Watlington14.5 km
- Downham Market15.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PE133PH · Data under Open Government Licence