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Bretton Park

England / East of England / Peterborough / Bretton Park

About

Bretton Park is a residential area located in the northwest of Peterborough. It features a mix of housing, including detached and semi-detached homes, as well as some smaller apartment complexes. The area is well-connected, with easy access to major roads like the A47 and A15, making it convenient for commuting. Local amenities include shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, catering to everyday needs.

The park itself, Bretton Park, offers green space with walking paths and play areas, providing a recreational spot for residents. The area is close to Bretton Centre, which includes a shopping precinct and leisure options. Public transport links, including bus routes, serve the area, connecting it to Peterborough city centre and surrounding neighborhoods. Bretton Park balances suburban living with practical access to services and transport.

Area overview

On average Bretton Park has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bretton Park is £41,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Bretton Park: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
106
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
24.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bretton Park Population
8,849
Population density
4,337.5 per km²

Demographics

British
5,330
60.23%
Other White
1,593
18%
Indian
444
5.02%
African
378
4.27%
Other Asian
188
2.12%
Total population: 8,850

Housing

Owns outright
886
25.31%
Private landlord or letting agency
804
22.97%
Owns with a mortgage
723
20.66%
Other social rented
693
19.8%
Social rents from council
287
8.2%
Total households: 3,500

Property prices in Bretton Park

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Bretton Park area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £540,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£330,000
Flats5£100,000
Semi-Detached13£223,000
Terraced32£190,000

10 years price trend in Bretton Park

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.