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West Town & Woodston

About

West Town & Woodston is a residential area in Peterborough, located east of the city centre. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, post-war homes, and modern developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing convenience for residents. The nearby River Nene offers green spaces and walking routes, adding to the area's appeal.

Woodston is known for its industrial heritage, with former factories now repurposed for commercial use. The area has good transport links, including bus routes and proximity to Peterborough railway station. Community facilities like libraries and sports centres serve the local population. The blend of housing and amenities makes West Town & Woodston a practical choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average West Town & Woodston has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 116 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Town & Woodston is £47,800 per year. There are 8 schools in West Town & Woodston: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

116

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

West Town & Woodston Population

12,527

Population density

5,059 per km²

Demographics

British

5,722

45.69%

Other White

2,053

16.39%

Pakistani

1,681

13.42%

Indian

747

5.96%

Other Asian

469

3.74%

Total population: 12,524

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,624

34.08%

Owns with a mortgage

1,419

29.78%

Owns outright

904

18.97%

Other social rented

442

9.28%

Social rents from council

177

3.71%

Total households: 4,765

Property prices in West Town & Woodston

Based on 111 recent sales, the median property price is £215,000 in West Town & Woodston area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £850,000.

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 West Town & Woodston over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	23	£385,000	£253,500	£344,500	£422,500	£464,000
Flats	16	£129,500	£103,750	£119,500	£137,375	£162,625
Semi-Detached	32	£241,000	£83,888	£198,750	£272,000	£567,250
Terraced	40	£192,500	£148,500	£172,000	£231,000	£360,275

10 years median price trend in West Town & Woodston

All postcodes in West Town & Woodston

PE36ER

Edwalton Avenue

PE36HB

Mayor's Walk

PE36HJ

Kirkwood Close

PE36HL

Georgian Court

PE36QR

Marchment Square

Data Sources

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

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