Postcode Analysis Peterborough, East of England

HOLME CLOSE, PE5 7AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLME CLOSE, PE5 7AQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

381

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 52,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PE5 7AQ 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.

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10/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PE5 7AQ combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£560k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £560k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PE5 7AQ is a safe, established residential area on Holme Close, 0.3km from Ailsworth in Castor and Ailsworth. Administratively it sits within Glinton and Castor ward and the North West Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PE5, PE5 7AQ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 78% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £560k.

Census 2021 statistics for PE5 7AQ are sourced from Output Area E00079024 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE5 7AQ. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 497,500

4 sales · Mean £ 495,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PE5 7AQ has low crime rates — 26 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.

Violence and sexual offences18
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order3
Other crime3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Castor CofE Primary School

Good190 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Prince of Wales Feathers0.4 km
  • The Royal Oak0.8 km
  • Castor & Ailsworth Cricket Club0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Coffee House0.3 km
  • The Chubby Castor0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Paper Shop0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peterborough6.7 km
  • Stamford11.9 km
  • Whittlesea16.0 km