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About

Petersfield ward is located in the southeast of Cambridge, bordered by Mill Road to the north and the railway line to the south. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of Victorian terraces and modern housing. Mill Road serves as a key thoroughfare, lined with independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, catering to the local community. The ward also includes Romsey Town, known for its tight-knit neighbourhood feel.

Green spaces in Petersfield are limited, but the area is close to Coldham’s Common, a large open space popular for recreation. The ward has good transport links, with Cambridge Railway Station nearby, providing easy access to London and other destinations. Petersfield has a diverse population, with a range of cultural backgrounds contributing to its character. The area is also home to several schools and community centres, supporting local families and activities.

Area overview

On average Petersfield has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 121 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Petersfield is £64,510 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

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

121

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

10/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Petersfield Population

10,936

Population density

6,748.1 per km²

Demographics

British

5,559

50.83%

Other White

2,449

22.39%

Chinese

617

5.64%

Indian

375

3.43%

Other Asian

303

2.77%

Total population: 10,937

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,759

40.61%

Owns outright

952

21.98%

Owns with a mortgage

676

15.61%

Other social rented

460

10.62%

Social rents from council

275

6.35%

Total households: 4,331

Property prices in Petersfield

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £458,500 in Petersfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £1,645,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Petersfield over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	40	£360,000	£149,125	£318,750	£461,250	£604,953
Semi-Detached	7	£900,000	£482,539	£605,400	£922,500	£1,415,000
Terraced	55	£528,000	£344,500	£425,000	£738,493	£1,302,500

10 years median price trend in Petersfield

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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