PE28 0BL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ridgeway, 0.1km from East Perry in West Perry. Administratively it sits within Great Staughton ward and the Huntingdon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PE28, PE28 0BL offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 92% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £425k.
Census 2021 statistics for PE28 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00091414 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RIDGEWAY, PE28 0BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIDGEWAY, PE28 0BL.
317
56
£ 52,600 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE28 0BL 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 92% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, PE28 0BL is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £425k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE28 0BL. The average age is 56.1. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 408,000
4 sales · Mean £ 416,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE28 0BL has low crime rates — 6 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- The Bistro0.9 km
- Littlehey Prison Woodlands Kitchen0.9 km
- Grafham Water Residential Centre0.2 km
- Littlehey Prison Lakeside Kitchen0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.3 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Perry Stores & Post Office0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Neots Station7.9 km
- Huntingdon9.5 km
- Sandy18.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PE280BL · Data under Open Government Licence