PE3 6DP is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.3km from West Town in Peterborough. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Peterborough constituency.
For renters and young professionals, PE3 6DP offers many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Peterborough.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for PE3 6DP are sourced from Output Area E00079363 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PE3 6DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PE3 6DP.
510
30
£ 47,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE3 6DP 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
PE3 6DP has a highly multicultural community character — 58% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 30 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE3 6DP. The average age is 30.2. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PE3 6DP is moderate at 83 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
Richard Barnes Academy
West Town Primary Academy
The Beeches Primary School
Gladstone Primary Academy
The King's (The Cathedral) School
Queen's Drive Infant School
Bishop Creighton Academy
Thorpe Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
89 nearby- Lithuanian Shop0.9 km
- Romanian Grocery Shop Ltd1.0 km
- Sharifi Food Store1.0 km
- Shrives the Chemist1.0 km
- Westwood Filling Station0.9 km
- + 84 more
Restaurant, Cafe
45 nearby- CP Cafe1.0 km
- Punjab Balti House1.0 km
- The Ladz0.9 km
- Turtle Bay0.9 km
- Authentic Greek Gyros Company0.2 km
- + 40 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Co-Op0.7 km
- Central England Co-operative0.3 km
- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.5 km
- Waitrose0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Swivels0.9 km
- Westgate Grill1.0 km
- Anta’s Kitchen0.4 km
- Family Diner0.2 km
- Hong Kong Chef0.3 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Geneva Bar0.8 km
- The Grange Peterborough Limited0.8 km
- Players Sport Lounge0.9 km
- The Drapers Arms0.8 km
- FortyTwo1.0 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- GMC Supplies ltd0.5 km
- The Bull Hotel1.0 km
- Dragonfly Hotel Peterborough1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peterborough0.5 km
- Whittlesea9.9 km
- Stamford17.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PE36DP · Data under Open Government Licence