Vetchfield is in Orton Brimbles, Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE2 5FH 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 Vetchfield, Orton Brimbles, Peterborough, PE2 5FH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE2 5FP, PE2 5YW, PE2 5UG, PE2 5YQ, PE2 5YH, PE2 5YN, PE2 5UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE2 5FH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 55.8% | 6.6% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 50.8% | 44.2% | -6.6% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 | 25.8% | 20.3% | -5.5% | 37.9% | -17.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 45.1% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 14.9% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 18.3% | 10.1% | 6.1% | 12.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.2% | 36.7% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 43% | 33.6% | -9.4% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 19.9% | 7.0% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 7% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 16.3% | 22.7% | 6.4% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 13.6% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.6% | 12.9% | -10.7% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 8.8% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 13.9% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 24.1% | -2.1% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 6% | 4.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.5% | 95.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.1% 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 | 91.8% | 87.1% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 9.2% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 86.8% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 8% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.5% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.8% | 37.2% | -11.4% |
| Christian | 67.5% | 46.2% | 21.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vetchfield was 62.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.5% higher than the Glinton and Castor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vetchfield has the 15th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Glinton and Castor and the 223rd lowest crime rate of 627 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Vetchfield, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-10-10 | £337,285 |
| 9 Vetchfield, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2025-06-23 | £557,288 |
| 24 Vetchfield, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £556,000 | 2025-04-24 | £569,757 |
| 1 Vetchfield, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-06-11 | £451,335 |
| 21 Vetchfield, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2023-09-22 | £603,644 |
PE2 5FH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 5FH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 125 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Meadows Academy Matley , Orton Brimbles PE2 5YQ | - not rated | 387 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matley Primary School Matley , Orton Brimbles PE2 5YQ | - not rated | 387 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orton Wistow Primary School Wistow Way , Orton Wistow PE2 6GF | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orton Wistow Primary School Wistow Way , Orton Wistow PE2 6GF | 3out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolph's Church of England Primary School Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | - not rated | 1,484 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushfield Community College Orton Centre , PE2 5RQ | - not rated | 1,081 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orton Longueville School Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | - not rated | 1,156 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nene Park Academy Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bushfield Academy Ortongate , PE2 5RQ | - not rated | 1,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jack Hunt School Bradwell Road , PE3 9PY | - not rated | 3,579 yd | Foundation school | 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 | - not rated | 3,534 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton College Eagle Way , Hampton Vale PE7 8BF | 3out of 4 | 3,534 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Phoenix School Clayton Site , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SD | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lime Academy Orton Clayton Site , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SD | - not rated | 1,540 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayton School Orton Goldhay , PE2 5SD | - not rated | 1,622 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orton Hall School Orton Longueville , PE2 7DN | - not rated | 1,660 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sense College 50 Forder Way , Cygnet Park PE7 8JB | - not rated | 3,420 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 265 yd | |
| Ferry Meadows Cafe | Nene Park | 549 yd | |
| Notcutts Garden Centre | Notcutts Garden Centre, Ham Lane | 549 yd | |
| Lakeside Kitchen & Bar | Lakeside Cafe, Ferry Meadows Country Park, Ham Lane | 549 yd | |
| Bushfield Sports Centre | Bushfield Sports Centre, Bushfield | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill | 29 Cherry Orton Road | 449 yd | |
| The Granary | The Granary, Ham Lane | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matley Take Away Food | 1 Matley | 265 yd | |
| Tasty House | 42 Church Drive | 590 yd | |
| Vivienne Fish and Chips Ltd | 61 Napier Place | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 62 Napier Place, Wistow Way | 919 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Meadows Academy MATLEY | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| Orton Meadows Golf Course HAM LANE | golf | 458 yd |
| Bushfield Leisure Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,014 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 | 70.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.