Linnet is in Orton Wistow, Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE2 6XY 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 Linnet, Orton Wistow, Peterborough, PE2 6XY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE2 6XZ, PE2 6YH, PE2 6YF, PE2 5YN, PE2 6XL, PE2 6YE, PE2 6YR, PE2 5YH, PE2 6YL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE2 6XY is primarily male, with 54.6% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 45.4% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -5.6% |
| Male | 50.3% | 54.6% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 5.6% |
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 | 38.6% | 37.9% | -0.7% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.1% | 36.8% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 4.9% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 11.5% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 8.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 43.7% | 44.9% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 36.4% | 7.0% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 14.5% | -7.3% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.7% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 23.3% | 18.8% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 11.6% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.9% | 16% | -7.9% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.7% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 14.4% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 29.3% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -4.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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 | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97% | 92.6% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
In this area, 85.6% 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 | 90.9% | 85.6% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 8.3% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Africa | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 85.6% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 4.2% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 1.4% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 3.7% | 0.3% | 3.4% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.5% | 37.2% | 13.3% |
| Christian | 41.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Linnet was 63.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.5% higher than the Glinton and Castor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Linnet has the 16th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Glinton and Castor and the 247th lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.9%.

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 Linnet, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-10-28 | £245,759 |
| 55 Linnet, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-09-24 | £201,639 |
| 44 Linnet, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-06-07 | £197,423 |
| 44 Linnet, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-04-09 | £143,650 |
| 57 Linnet, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-03-18 | £167,696 |
PE2 6XY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orton Wistow Primary School Wistow Way , Orton Wistow PE2 6GF | 3out of 4 | 583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Meadows Academy Matley , Orton Brimbles PE2 5YQ | 3out of 4 | 589 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church School Riseholme , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SP | 3out of 4 | 1,797 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolph's Church of England Primary School Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winyates Primary School Winyates , Orton Goldhay PE2 5RF | 3out of 4 | 2,075 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,435 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nene Park Academy Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 1,705 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jack Hunt School Bradwell Road , PE3 9PY | 3out of 4 | 3,727 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Gardens Secondary School Hartland Avenue , Hampton Gardens PE7 8HR | - not rated | 4,541 yd | Free schools | 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 | 4,071 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 | 2,104 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sense College 50 Forder Way , Cygnet Park PE7 8JB | - not rated | 3,985 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Peterborough School Thorpe Road , PE3 6AP | - not rated | 4,248 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Barnes Academy Williamson Avenue , PE3 6BA | - not rated | 4,702 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clare Lodge Care of: Peterborough City Council , Town Hall PE1 1HF | - not rated | 5,308 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 | 448 yd | |
| Ferry Meadows Cafe | Nene Park | 527 yd | |
| Notcutts Garden Centre | Notcutts Garden Centre, Ham Lane | 527 yd | |
| Lakeside Kitchen & Bar | Lakeside Cafe, Ferry Meadows Country Park, Ham Lane | 527 yd | |
| The Chalkboard Cafe | Peterborough Business Park | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Granary | The Granary, Ham Lane | 527 yd | |
| The Windmill | 29 Cherry Orton Road | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matley Take Away Food | 1 Matley | 448 yd | |
| Vivienne Fish and Chips Ltd | 61 Napier Place | 606 yd | |
| Tasty House | 42 Church Drive | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 62 Napier Place, Wistow Way | 488 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Meadows Academy MATLEY | grass pitches | 488 yd |
| Orton Meadows Golf Course HAM LANE | golf | 636 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 | 169 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.