Postcode Analysis Peterborough, East of England

HIGHFIELDS GRANGE, PE2 7EW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELDS GRANGE, PE2 7EW.

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Population

434

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /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: PE2 7EW 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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9/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. PE2 7EW's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £562k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £562k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 2.5% year-on-year.

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

PE2 7EW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highfields Grange, 0.8km from Orton Longueville in Peterborough. Administratively it sits within Orton Longueville ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PE2, PE2 7EW offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 94% 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £562k, down 2.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PE2 7EW are sourced from Output Area E00079081 (shared with 42 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 PE2 7EW. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.1%
Asian / British Asian8.9%
Black / African / Caribbean3.9%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 562,500

6 sales · Mean £ 556,666

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

PE2 7EW has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting39
Violence and sexual offences13
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Nene Park Academy

Good1343 pupils0.4 km
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St Botolph's Church of England Primary School

Good376 pupils0.4 km
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Leighton Primary School

Good371 pupils1.1 km
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Lime Academy Orton

Inadequate151 pupils1.2 km
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Braybrook Primary Academy

Requires Improvement208 pupils1.2 km
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Nene Valley Primary School

Good312 pupils1.3 km
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Woodston Primary School

Good549 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Fishtastic0.7 km
  • One Stop Herlington Centre1.0 km
  • Spar0.9 km
  • Plumbs Newsagents0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Dragon Fly1.0 km
  • The Ramblewood Inn0.3 km
  • Gordon Arms0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Big Sky0.8 km
  • Community Cafe0.9 km
  • Orton Mere Station Cafe0.5 km
  • Lawrence David Ltd0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Group Food Ltd0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Fish & More1.0 km
  • Grand City0.9 km
  • The Master Chef0.9 km
  • Noble Eater0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Orton Hall Hotel0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peterborough2.8 km
  • Whittlesea10.9 km
  • Stamford17.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Orton Mere (Nene Valley Railway)0.5 km
  • Orton Mere (Nene Valley Railway)0.5 km