PE26 1BX is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Ramsey in Ramsey. Administratively it sits within Ramsey ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.
For renters and young professionals, PE26 1BX offers an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for PE26 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00091602 (shared with 40 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PE26 1BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PE26 1BX.
267
45
£ 44,500 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PE26 1BX spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE26 1BX. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PE26 1BX is moderate at 50 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
Abbey College, Ramsey
Ramsey Junior School
Ramsey Spinning Infant School
Bury CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- B & M Express0.3 km
- Ramsey Traditional Butchers0.3 km
- Sophie Con Store0.2 km
- Sweet Taste of America0.3 km
- Top Supplement Limited0.2 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Madeira Fish Bar0.3 km
- White Whale Fish Bar0.2 km
- China Hong0.3 km
- Ramsey Kebab & Pizza0.2 km
- The Sandwich Bar0.2 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Three Horseshoes0.1 km
- Ramsey Royal British Legion Club Ltd0.7 km
- Ramsey Royal British Legion Club Ltd0.6 km
- The Jolly Sailor0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Abbey Lane Kitchen0.1 km
- Indiaana0.3 km
- Marmaris Restaurant0.3 km
- New China Red0.3 km
- The Ale House Kitchen & Botanical House0.2 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Whittlesea11.2 km
- Huntingdon14.7 km
- Peterborough17.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PE261BX · Data under Open Government Licence