Pennington is in Orton Goldhay, Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE2 5RD is located in the Orton Longueville 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 Pennington, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough, PE2 5RD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE2 5RB, PE2 5RE, PE2 5RY, PE2 5TN, PE2 5RX, PE2 5SP, PE2 5TL, PE2 5RN, PE2 5TQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE2 5RD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.5% of the population 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 | 54.8% | 56.5% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 5.5% |
| Male | 45.2% | 43.5% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -5.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PE2 5RD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.2% | 48.9% | 5.7% | 37.9% | 11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.6% | 22.2% | -7.4% | 44.2% | -22.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 16.7% | 17.6% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 43.8% | 33.9% | -9.9% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 38.6% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 15.9% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 9.4% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 5.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 26.4% | -1.4% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 19% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 9.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.5% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 6.3% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 14.9% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 16.7% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 11.1% | 5.2% | -5.9% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 88.1% | 84.9% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 3.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 3.9% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
In this area, 72% 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 | 78.1% | 72% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -11.2% |
| European Union | 16% | 15.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 9.4% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 6% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.3% | 72% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 17.7% | 17.7% | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 5.2% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 14.6% | 2.2% | -12.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 3% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 45.4% | 76.7% | -31.3% |
| Italy | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Portugal | 4.8% | 0.5% | 4.3% |
| Lithuania | 4.8% | 0.3% | 4.5% |
| Poland | 6.1% | 1.3% | 4.8% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 30.1% | 13.5% | 16.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.9% | 37.2% | 16.7% |
| Christian | 37.9% | 46.2% | -8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pennington was 69.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.6% lower than the Orton Longueville average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pennington has the 9th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Orton Longueville and the 274th lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Pennington, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-02-09 | £185,791 |
| 81 Pennington, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-11-30 | £109,337 |
| 65 Pennington, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-09-14 | £141,463 |
| 74 Pennington, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2019-07-23 | £172,944 |
| 73 Pennington, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2018-12-13 | £177,167 |
PE2 5RD 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 | 58 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church School Riseholme , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SP | 3out of 4 | 223 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winyates Primary School Winyates , Orton Goldhay PE2 5RF | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Meadows Academy Matley , Orton Brimbles PE2 5YQ | 3out of 4 | 1,032 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braybrook Primary Academy Braybrook , Orton Goldhay PE2 5QL | 2out of 4 | 1,365 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 | 1,973 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 | 256 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nene Park Academy Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 1,557 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Gardens Secondary School Hartland Avenue , Hampton Gardens PE7 8HR | - not rated | 3,272 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jack Hunt School Bradwell Road , PE3 9PY | 3out of 4 | 4,648 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanground Academy Peterborough Road , PE7 3BY | 3out of 4 | 5,419 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 | 2,744 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 | 1,408 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sense College 50 Forder Way , Cygnet Park PE7 8JB | - not rated | 3,029 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Peterborough School Thorpe Road , PE3 6AP | - not rated | 4,742 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Barnes Academy Williamson Avenue , PE3 6BA | - not rated | 5,258 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Smile @ QD Stores | 6 Ortongate Shopping Centre, Bushfield | 346 yd | |
| Bushfield Sports Centre | Bushfield Sports Centre, Bushfield | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill | 29 Cherry Orton Road | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonny's Kitchen | 44 Ortongate Shopping Centre, Bushfield | 287 yd | |
| BJ's Plaice | 39 Ortongate Shopping Centre, Bushfield | 346 yd | |
| O’Pizza and Kebabs | 112a Paynels | 683 yd | |
| Tasty House | 42 Church Drive | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 5 Ortongate Shopping Centre, Bushfield | 346 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bushfield Leisure Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 506 yd |
| Winyates Primary School WINYATES | grass pitches | 585 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.