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Peterborough

England / East of England / Peterborough

About

Peterborough is a city in the East of England, located in Cambridgeshire. It covers an area of approximately 343 square kilometres, with a mix of urban and rural landscapes. The city is known for its historic cathedral, which dates back to the 12th century, and its role as a key transport hub, with direct rail links to London and the North. The River Nene runs through the city, providing green spaces and waterways.

The district includes several villages and towns, such as Yaxley and Whittlesey, which retain their traditional character. Peterborough has seen significant growth in recent decades, with new housing developments and business parks. The city centre features a mix of shopping areas, cultural venues, and leisure facilities. Industrial estates and logistics centres contribute to the local economy, alongside agriculture in the surrounding countryside.

Area overview

On average Peterborough has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 119 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Peterborough is £45,118 per year. There are 92 schools in Peterborough: 65 primary (3 Outstanding and 45 Good) and 15 secondary (2 Outstanding and 10 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
119
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
15.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Peterborough Population
215,673
Population density
628.1 per km²

Demographics

British
128,353
59.51%
Other White
31,562
14.63%
Pakistani
16,972
7.87%
Indian
7,169
3.32%
African
6,225
2.89%
Total population: 215,670

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
24,624
29.13%
Owns outright
22,268
26.34%
Private landlord or letting agency
18,675
22.09%
Other social rented
10,751
12.72%
Social rents from council
5,009
5.93%
Total households: 84,533

Property prices in Peterborough

Based on 2,140 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Peterborough area, with individual transactions ranging from £36,000 up to £2,600,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached664£350,000
Flats181£120,000
Semi-Detached728£240,000
Terraced567£190,000

10 years price trend in Peterborough

Data Sources

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