Giddings Close is in Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE2 5HQ 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 Giddings Close, Peterborough, PE2 5HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE2 5HL, PE2 5HH, PE2 5HG, PE2 5LG, PE2 5HF, PE2 5HJ, PE2 5HE, PE2 5EZ, PE2 5HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE2 5HQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% 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 | 51.9% | 55% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 4.0% |
| Male | 48.1% | 45% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -4.0% |
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 5HQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.9% 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 | 9.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -24.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.6% | 61.9% | -8.7% | 44.2% | 17.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 6.2% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 14% | 16.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 10.4% |
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 | 31.1% | 28.6% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -19.8% |
| Good health | 46.4% | 44.2% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 10.6% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 17.6% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 7% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 32.7% | 20.9% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 14.3% | 5.0% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 11.7% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.1% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 28.1% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -5.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.2% | 96.6% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 93.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 4.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 93.5% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 1% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27% | 37.2% | -10.2% |
| Christian | 65.2% | 46.2% | 19.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Giddings Close was 47.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.0% lower than the Glinton and Castor average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Giddings Close has the 25th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Glinton and Castor and the 174th lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Giddings Close, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,250 | 2006-09-26 | £305,277 |
| 4 Giddings Close, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2006-08-02 | £338,596 |
| 6 Giddings Close, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £74,500 | 1996-11-01 | £380,384 |
| 4 Giddings Close, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £73,000 | 1995-03-17 | £374,707 |
PE2 5HQ 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 5HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 61% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 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 | 645 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winyates Primary School Winyates , Orton Goldhay PE2 5RF | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church School Riseholme , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SP | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braybrook Primary Academy Braybrook , Orton Goldhay PE2 5QL | 2out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolph's Church of England Primary School Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Bushfield Academy Ortongate , PE2 5RQ | 3out of 4 | 809 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nene Park Academy Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 881 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Gardens Secondary School Hartland Avenue , Hampton Gardens PE7 8HR | - not rated | 3,394 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jack Hunt School Bradwell Road , PE3 9PY | 3out of 4 | 3,852 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanground Academy Peterborough Road , PE7 3BY | 3out of 4 | 5,141 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 | 2,921 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,031 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sense College 50 Forder Way , Cygnet Park PE7 8JB | - not rated | 2,898 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Peterborough School Thorpe Road , PE3 6AP | - not rated | 4,006 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Barnes Academy Williamson Avenue , PE3 6BA | - not rated | 4,513 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clare Lodge Care of: Peterborough City Council , Town Hall PE1 1HF | - not rated | 4,831 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 | 737 yd | |
| Bushfield Sports Centre | Bushfield Sports Centre, Bushfield | 802 yd | |
| Cafe Smile @ QD Stores | 6 Ortongate Shopping Centre, Bushfield | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill | 29 Cherry Orton Road | 301 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty House | 42 Church Drive | 174 yd | |
| Matley Take Away Food | 1 Matley | 737 yd | |
| O’Pizza and Kebabs | 112a Paynels | 814 yd | |
| Jonny's Kitchen | 44 Ortongate Shopping Centre, Bushfield | 863 yd | |
| BJ's Plaice | 39 Ortongate Shopping Centre, Bushfield | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 5 Ortongate Shopping Centre, Bushfield | 885 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Meadows Academy MATLEY | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Bushfield Leisure Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 781 yd |
| Winyates Primary School WINYATES | grass pitches | 873 yd |
| Nene Park Academy OUNDLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 909 yd |
| Peterborough United Fc (Mick George Training Academy) Oundle Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Orton Park Benyon Grove | cycling | 1,014 yd |
| Orton Meadows Golf Course HAM LANE | golf | 1,032 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.