The Gannocks is in Orton Waterville, Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE2 5DZ is located in the Orton Waterville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Gannocks, Orton Waterville, Peterborough, PE2 5DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE2 5EG, PE2 5DA, PE2 5EF, PE2 5DY, PE2 5ER, PE2 5EY, PE2 5HA, PE2 5HD, PE2 5UX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE2 5DZ 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 | 53.9% | 50.3% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.7% | 3.6% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of PE2 5DZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.5% | 18.9% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.7% | 60.5% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 12.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 42.1% | 45.1% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 42.4% | 37.7% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 13% | 12.5% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.5% | 17.1% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 8.9% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 14% | -6.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.8% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 20.5% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.4% | 32.9% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.4% | 89.6% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 89.6% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 94.4% | 89.6% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.9% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Gannocks was 6.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.8% lower than the Glinton and Castor average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
The Gannocks has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Glinton and Castor and the 5th lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 The Gannocks, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-04-11 | £290,000 |
| 67 The Gannocks, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-01-17 | £380,521 |
| 27 The Gannocks, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £314,000 | 2023-10-10 | £309,194 |
| 4 The Gannocks, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-10-02 | £344,643 |
| 14 The Gannocks, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-11-16 | £346,479 |
PE2 5DZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PE2 5DZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 118 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Meadows Academy Matley , Orton Brimbles PE2 5YQ | 3out of 4 | 722 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolph's Church of England Primary School Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 1,058 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winyates Primary School Winyates , Orton Goldhay PE2 5RF | 3out of 4 | 1,337 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braybrook Primary Academy Braybrook , Orton Goldhay PE2 5QL | 2out of 4 | 1,364 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church School Riseholme , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SP | 3out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nene Park Academy Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bushfield Academy Ortongate , PE2 5RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jack Hunt School Bradwell Road , PE3 9PY | 3out of 4 | 3,431 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Gardens Secondary School Hartland Avenue , Hampton Gardens PE7 8HR | - not rated | 3,591 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanground Academy Peterborough Road , PE7 3BY | 3out of 4 | 5,098 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton College Eagle Way , Hampton Vale PE7 8BF | 3out of 4 | 3,154 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's (The Cathedral) School Park Road , PE1 2UE | 4out of 4 | 5,461 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Academy Orton Clayton Site , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SD | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sense College 50 Forder Way , Cygnet Park PE7 8JB | - not rated | 2,978 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Peterborough School Thorpe Road , PE3 6AP | - not rated | 3,649 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Barnes Academy Williamson Avenue , PE3 6BA | - not rated | 4,147 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clare Lodge Care of: Peterborough City Council , Town Hall PE1 1HF | - not rated | 4,547 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Meadows Academy | Matley Primary School, Matley | 730 yd | |
| Ferry Meadows Cafe | Nene Park | 911 yd | |
| Notcutts Garden Centre | Notcutts Garden Centre, Ham Lane | 911 yd | |
| Lakeside Kitchen & Bar | Lakeside Cafe, Ferry Meadows Country Park, Ham Lane | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill | 29 Cherry Orton Road | 294 yd | |
| The Granary | The Granary, Ham Lane | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty House | 42 Church Drive | 292 yd | |
| Matley Take Away Food | 1 Matley | 730 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nene Park Academy OUNDLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 676 yd |
| Orton Meadows Golf Course HAM LANE | golf | 677 yd |
| Peterborough United Fc (Mick George Training Academy) Oundle Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 761 yd |
| Ormiston Meadows Academy MATLEY | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Orton Park Benyon Grove | cycling | 1,080 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.