PE2 8LT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ellwood Avenue, 0.8km from Stanground South in Peterborough. Administratively it sits within Stanground South ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PE2, PE2 8LT offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £436k.
Census 2021 statistics for PE2 8LT are sourced from Output Area E00079270 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELLWOOD AVENUE, PE2 8LT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELLWOOD AVENUE, PE2 8LT.
256
55
£ 46,200 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE2 8LT 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
PE2 8LT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 PE2 8LT. The average age is 54.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 240,497
4 sales · Mean £ 337,296
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE2 8LT has low crime rates — 36 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
Heritage Park Primary School
Saint Michael CofE Primary School (Voluntary Aided)
Southfields Primary School
Oakdale Primary School
Stanground Academy
Stanground St Johns CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Curly's Cafe0.8 km
- Nina Newsagents0.8 km
- Cardea Community Sports Association0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Chicken Corner0.6 km
- Papa Johns0.6 km
- Gourmet Inn0.8 km
- Captain's plaice0.8 km
- Fishtastic0.6 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Applegreen0.1 km
- Polish Deli Peterborough Ltd0.6 km
- Safe Supermarket0.8 km
- Nisa Local Southfield0.7 km
- Morrisons (Filling Station)0.6 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Heron0.7 km
- The Apple Cart0.7 km
- The Whittle Way0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peterborough3.8 km
- Whittlesea6.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PE28LT · Data under Open Government Licence