PE2 8UL is a safe, established residential area on Oxburgh Close, 0.9km from Drysides in Peterborough. Administratively it sits within Stanground South ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.
For families considering a move, PE2 8UL represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £260k.
Census 2021 statistics for PE2 8UL are sourced from Output Area E00079266 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OXBURGH CLOSE, PE2 8UL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OXBURGH CLOSE, PE2 8UL.
337
36
£ 46,200 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PE2 8UL — age 36, 75% ownership, 25% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 8UL. The average age is 36.5. 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
Detached
£ 267,500
2 sales · Mean £ 267,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE2 8UL has low crime rates — 34 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)
Oakdale Primary School
Southfields Primary School
Stanground Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chicken Corner0.8 km
- Fishtastic0.8 km
- Subway @ Applegreen0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Applegreen0.5 km
- Morrisons (Filling Station)0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Apple Cart0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Cardea Community Sports Association0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peterborough4.1 km
- Whittlesea5.9 km
- March20.0 km
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Postcode Profile: PE28UL · Data under Open Government Licence