How much social housing is near Petersfield?

About 16.2% across the Petersfield area.

How many households are in Petersfield?

There are 3,385 households in Petersfield

What's the average income in Petersfield?

Average resident income is about £64,700 per year.

What home types are most common in Petersfield?

Housing mix: terraced 49.1%, purpose-built flat 28.1%.

How safe is Petersfield?

Crime level in Petersfield is very high with about 145 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Petersfield?

Based on 79 recent sales, the median price is £507,500.

How deprived is Petersfield?

Deprivation score 4/10 (rank 22402 of 32844 in country).

What's the Petersfield population and density?

Petersfield population is 8,230 with density 7807.6 per km².

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Q: What schools in Petersfield and how are they rated?

There are 5 schools in Petersfield: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / East of England / Cambridge / Petersfield

About

Petersfield is a residential area located just south of Cambridge city center. It is bordered by Mill Road to the north and the railway line to the south, with Hills Road running through its eastern edge. The area features a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, along with some modern developments. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and pubs, particularly along Mill Road, which serves as a hub for the community.

The area is well-connected, with Cambridge Railway Station nearby, providing easy access to London and other destinations. Petersfield is also within walking distance of the city center, making it convenient for commuters and students. Green spaces like Petersfield Green and St Matthew’s Piece offer small pockets of greenery for relaxation. The area has a strong sense of community, with events often held at local venues like the Bath House pub and the nearby Gwydir Street market.

Area overview

On average Petersfield has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 145 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Petersfield is £64,700 per year. There are 5 schools in Petersfield: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

145

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

10/10

Social housing

16.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Petersfield Population

8,230

Population density

7,807.6 per km²

Demographics

British

4,356

52.93%

Other White

1,873

22.76%

Chinese

405

4.92%

Indian

262

3.18%

Other

221

2.69%

Total population: 8,229

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,334

39.41%

Owns outright

819

24.19%

Owns with a mortgage

600

17.73%

Other social rented

257

7.59%

Social rents from council

244

7.21%

Total households: 3,385

Property prices in Petersfield

Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £507,500 in Petersfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £2,410,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	18	£312,500	£131,375	£237,125	£343,750	£428,450
Semi-Detached	8	£1,000,000	£512,404	£642,725	£1,693,750	£2,231,500
Terraced	53	£540,000	£341,000	£440,000	£695,000	£1,188,000

10 years price trend in Petersfield

All postcodes in Petersfield

CB12NQ

Blossom Street

CB12XL

Ravensworth Gardens

CB12BQ

Kingston Street

CB12DN

Tenison Road

CB12NH

Broad Street

CB11QG

St Matthew's Street

CB11QH

St Matthew's Street

CB12FY

Great Northern Road

CB12HQ

Glisson Road

CB12LG

Gwydir Street

CB12PD

Ainsworth Street

CB12PY

St Matthew's Gardens

CB21NF

Hills Road

CB12AS

Covent Garden

CB12AW

Mackenzie Road

CB12BZ

St Barnabas Court

CB12HS

Covent Garden

CB12LH

Gwydir Street

CB13ER

Coldham's Lane

CB11QQ

Staffordshire Street

CB12PR

Sturton Street

CB12NU

Kingston Street

CB12GA

Station Road

CB12LT

Edward Street

CB12NN

Bradmore Street

CB12XN

Devonshire Road

CB12DE

St Barnabas Road

CB12GH

Headly Street

CB12JB

Hills Road

CB12AJ

Mill Road

CB12AN

Collier Road

CB12GP

New Street

CB12QW

Ainsworth Street

CB11BL

Caroline Place

CB11NA

Gonville Place

CB12EW

Mortimer Road

CB12HL

Lyndewode Road

CB12PL

Stone Street

CB12PW

Sleaford Street

CB12QF

St Matthew's Street

CB21NZ

Claremont

CB11BU

Charles Street

CB11BP

East Road

CB12NJ

Broad Street

CB12PH

St Matthew's Gardens

CB12PN

Stone Street

CB12PP

Rivar Place

CB12PZ

St Matthew's Gardens

CB12RG

George Pateman Court

CB11PT

Bradmore Street

CB12AQ

Willis Road

CB12EE

Felton Street

CB12NS

Sleaford Street

CB11BW

East Road

CB12AX

Emery Street

CB12BH

Devonshire Road

CB12DW

Tenison Road

CB12FZ

Eccleston Place

CB12LZ

New Street

CB12PF

Ainsworth Street

CB12QS

Abbey Walk

CB12AD

Mill Road

CB12NX

Sleaford Street

CB12JF

Station Road

CB12HF

Glisson Road

CB12ND

East Road

CB21NT

Claremont

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Data Sources

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

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