PE2 8BY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Fletton Avenue, 0.7km from Fletton, Old in Peterborough. Administratively it sits within Stanground South ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £240k. 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 PE2 8BY are sourced from Output Area E00079260 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FLETTON AVENUE, PE2 8BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FLETTON AVENUE, PE2 8BY.
332
39
£ 42,900 /yr
62%
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
PE2 8BY is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE2 8BY. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 240,000
3 sales · Mean £ 213,333
Terraced
£ 188,500
2 sales · Mean £ 188,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PE2 8BY is moderate at 53 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
Stanground St Johns CofE Primary School
Old Fletton Primary School
St Augustine's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Junior School
Woodston Primary School
Brewster Avenue Infant School
Southfields Primary School
Stanground Academy
Bishop Creighton Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Greggs0.8 km
- Nigerian Community in Peterborough Foodbank0.0 km
- First Stop0.7 km
- Joey's Quality Food Store0.7 km
- Odedra Chemist0.3 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Clarks Guest House1.0 km
- Queensgate Hotel0.5 km
- Aragon House Hotel0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Bewiched Coffee0.8 km
- Venue Catering Partner @ PUFC0.7 km
- Baan Thai Restaurant1.0 km
- KFC0.7 km
- Origin8 Deli Cafes Limited0.6 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Subway0.8 km
- Bun Time0.7 km
- Curryland0.7 km
- Happy Valley1.0 km
- Ming Garden1.0 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Woolpack0.8 km
- Charlies0.9 km
- Fletton Ex-Servicemens Club0.5 km
- The Wonky Donkey Micro Pub0.1 km
- Coalheavers Arms0.6 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peterborough1.9 km
- Whittlesea8.3 km
- Stamford19.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PE28BY · Data under Open Government Licence