Curlew Grove is in Stanground, Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE2 8SP is located in the Fletton and Stanground electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Curlew Grove, Stanground, Peterborough, PE2 8SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE2 8LF, PE2 8LE, PE2 8LD, PE2 8LG, PE2 8SS, PE2 8JA, PE2 8JZ, PE2 8SN, PE2 8JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE2 8SP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% of residents 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 | 49.5% | 48.6% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 50.5% | 51.4% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 31.7% | 40.2% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 41% | -13.8% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 8.6% | 3.2% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 44.3% | 44.9% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 32.2% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 16.2% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 5.7% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 21.4% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 11.7% | -6.1% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 19.9% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.4% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 18% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 18.8% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 6.9% | 3.8% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.4% | 95.9% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 84.2% 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 | 92.7% | 84.2% | -8.5% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 13.6% | 9.3% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 84.4% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.2% | 9.9% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 1.3% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.9% | 76.7% | -10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 7.3% | 1.3% | 6.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Curlew Grove was 115.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.4% lower than the East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Curlew Grove has the 8th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in East and the 232nd highest crime rate of 627 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Curlew Grove, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-04-30 | £186,442 |
| 23 Curlew Grove, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2025-03-21 | £148,295 |
| 31 Curlew Grove, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2020-11-13 | £327,263 |
| 19 Curlew Grove, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £169,995 | 2020-08-14 | £217,430 |
| 17 Curlew Grove, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2020-01-24 | £284,000 |
PE2 8SP 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanground St Johns CofE Controlled Primary School Chapel Street , Stanground PE2 8JG | - not rated | 795 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanground St Johns CofE Primary School Chapel Street , Stanground PE2 8JG | 3out of 4 | 795 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfields Primary School Southfields Estate , Stanground PE2 8PU | - not rated | 894 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfields Infant School Southfields Estate , Stanground PE2 8PU | - not rated | 894 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heritage Park Primary School Park Farm Way , Park Farm PE2 8XA | - not rated | 1,221 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanground College Peterborough Road , PE7 3BY | - not rated | 1,359 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanground Academy Peterborough Road , PE7 3BY | 3out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Park Lane , PE1 5JN | 3out of 4 | 2,776 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Park Lane , PE1 5JN | - not rated | 2,776 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Peterborough Academy Reeves Way , PE1 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 3,124 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Education Group Park Crescent , PE1 4DZ | - not rated | 3,461 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King's (The Cathedral) School Park Road , PE1 2UE | 4out of 4 | 3,177 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Deacon Academy Queen's Gardens , PE1 2UW | - not rated | 3,739 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton College Eagle Way , Hampton Vale PE7 8BF | - not rated | 4,527 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton College Eagle Way , Hampton Vale PE7 8BF | 3out of 4 | 4,527 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clare Lodge Care of: Peterborough City Council , Town Hall PE1 1HF | - not rated | 2,346 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Causeway School Park Lane , Eastfield PE1 5GZ | - not rated | 2,596 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nene Gate Park Lane , PE1 5GZ | - not rated | 2,596 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NeneGate Park Lane , PE1 5GZ | 3out of 4 | 2,596 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Medeshamstede Academy Reeves Way , PE1 5LQ | - not rated | 3,173 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub at Tenter Hill | The Farmhouse, The Thistle Drive Centre, Wessex Close | 211 yd | |
| Nina Newsagents | 6 The Parade, Lawson Avenue | 574 yd | |
| Curly's Cafe | 4 The Parade, Lawson Avenue | 574 yd | |
| Re:leaf Community Cafe | The George Alcock Centre, Whittlesey Road | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woolpack | 29 North Street | 805 yd | |
| The Whittle Way | The Whittle, Central Square | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain's Plaice | 1 The Parade, Lawson Avenue | 574 yd | |
| Gourmet Inn | 5 The Parade, Lawson Avenue | 574 yd | |
| UK Pizza & Kebab | 7 Ayres Drive | 628 yd | |
| Star Tandoori | 78 South Street | 752 yd | |
| Linfords Fish & Chips | 4 Church Street | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Whittlesey Road | 894 yd | |
| Tesco | 108-110 Whittlesey Road | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanground Playing Field KENDRICK CLOSE | grass pitches | 796 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 | 58.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.