Chestnut Avenue is in Dogsthorpe, Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE1 4PE is located in the Dogsthorpe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Peterborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chestnut Avenue, Dogsthorpe, Peterborough, PE1 4PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE1 4PB, PE1 4PA, PE1 4PF, PE1 4JP, PE1 4JW, PE1 4NU, PE1 4JT, PE1 4PQ, PE1 4PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE1 4PE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.3% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.7% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.7% | 36.8% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.8% | 43% | 0.2% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9% | 12% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 5% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.3% | 38.7% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 38.1% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 15.7% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 4.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around PE1 4PE this area, 32.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 32.6% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 14.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 15.9% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 13.2% | 2.0% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 14.7% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 15.5% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 14.4% | 3.1% | -11.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 5.4% | 10.7% | 5.3% | 2.7% | 8.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 87.1% | 78% | -9.1% | 81.4% | -3.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 68.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 68.4% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -14.8% |
| European Union | 14% | 20.9% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 14.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 6.4% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.6% | 68.8% | -9.8% | 83.2% | -14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 4% | 19% | 15.0% | 9.8% | 9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.4% | 5.2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 4.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 2.3% | -4.6% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 76.7% | -16.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 12.5% | 0.3% | 12.2% |
| Poland | 4.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 15.7% | 6.5% | 9.2% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chestnut Avenue was 155.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.7% higher than the Dogsthorpe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chestnut Avenue has the 19th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Dogsthorpe and the 152nd highest crime rate of 631 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 Chestnut Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2025-03-25 | £150,226 |
| 127 Chestnut Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2024-08-15 | £238,855 |
| 125 Chestnut Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-04-28 | £244,503 |
| 109 Chestnut Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-03-18 | £252,445 |
| 111 Chestnut Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-05-19 | £215,390 |
PE1 4PE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caverstede Nursery School Caverstede Road , Walton PE4 6EX | 4out of 4 | 2,658 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dogsthorpe Infant School Central Avenue , Dogsthorpe PE1 4LH | - not rated | 175 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dogsthorpe Academy Central Avenue , Dogsthorpe PE1 4LH | 3out of 4 | 300 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Welland Academy Scalford Drive , PE1 4TR | 3out of 4 | 606 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newark Hill Academy Eastfield Road , PE1 4RE | 3out of 4 | 975 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' CofE (Aided) Primary School Dogsthorpe Road , PE1 3PW | 3out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Peterborough UTC Park Crescent Campus , Park Crescent PE1 4DZ | 2out of 4 | 1,007 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Peterborough Academy Reeves Way , PE1 5LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Park Lane , PE1 5JN | 3out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Katharine Academy Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | 2out of 4 | 3,395 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jack Hunt School Bradwell Road , PE3 9PY | 3out of 4 | 4,012 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Education Group Park Crescent , PE1 4DZ | - not rated | 965 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Deacon Academy Queen's Gardens , PE1 2UW | 3out of 4 | 1,032 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's (The Cathedral) School Park Road , PE1 2UE | 4out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshfields School Eastern Close , Dogsthorpe PE1 4PP | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beeches Independent School 218 Dogsthorpe Road , PE1 3PB | - not rated | 994 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Medeshamstede Academy Reeves Way , PE1 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nene Gate Park Lane , PE1 5GZ | 3out of 4 | 1,797 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Barnes Academy Williamson Avenue , PE3 6BA | - not rated | 2,921 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ibrahimi | 63 Sycamore Avenue | 190 yd | |
| Coffee Tap Cafe | 82 Central Avenue | 295 yd | |
| Marshfields School Cafe | Marshfields School, Eastern Close | 506 yd | |
| The Buttercup Cafe | 20 Scalford Drive | 645 yd | |
| Inspire Education Group | Peterborough Regional College, Park Crescent | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elm Tree Tavern | The Elm Tree Tavern, Garton End Road | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nite Bite | 92 Central Avenue | 295 yd | |
| Seafood Fish Bar | 200 Newark Avenue | 414 yd | |
| Willow Garden | 1 Scalford Drive | 650 yd | |
| Eastfield Fish and Chips | 2 Hill Close | 935 yd | |
| Italian Pizza & Kebab | 6a Hill Close | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative Society | 2 Central Avenue | 476 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Welland Road | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Peterborough Northern Star Football Club RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND CHESTNUT AVENUE | grass pitches | 112 yd |
| Dogsthorpe Academy CENTRAL AVENUE | grass pitches | 397 yd |
| Marshfields School EASTERN CLOSE | artificial grass pitch | 559 yd |
| John Mansfield School (Closed) Western Avenue | grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Newark Hill Academy EASTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| The King'S School Playing Field PYECROFT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Peterborough Regional College PARK CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 907 yd |
| Thomas Deacon Academy QUEENS GARDENS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 939 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 240 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.