Tenterleas is in St Ives and in Huntingdonshire district. PE27 5QX is located in the St Ives South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Huntingdon. This postcode has been in use since 2005-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tenterleas, St Ives, PE27 5QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE27 5JN, PE27 5FZ, PE27 5JF, PE27 5JG, PE27 5QP, PE27 5JE, PE27 5JP, PE27 5JW, PE27 5WQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE27 5QX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.2% | 51.9% | 5.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 53.8% | 48.1% | -5.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 PE27 5QX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% 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 | 23.7% | 28.5% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62% | 57.4% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 6% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 6.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 53% | 43.8% | -9.2% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 40.9% | 7.8% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 12.5% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 17.6% | 14.1% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 10.6% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 15.5% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.4% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.4% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.2% | 35.7% | -0.5% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 6.5% | 4.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 12% | 11% | -1.0% | 2.7% | 8.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 82.8% | 81.4% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 0.0% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 87.4% | 86.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 6.3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | 0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.4% | 87% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 9.6% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 10.2% | 6.5% | 3.7% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tenterleas was 94.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.0% higher than the St Ives South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tenterleas has the 7th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in St Ives South and the 125th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Huntingdonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 61.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Freeman Court Tenterleas, St Ives, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 1996-07-04 | £337,079 |
PE27 5QX 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 PE27 5QX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastfield Infant and Nursery School Pig Lane , PE27 5QT | 2out of 4 | 486 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Junior School Ramsey Road , PE27 5RG | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheatfields Primary School Nene Way , PE27 3WF | 3out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorndown Primary School Hill Rise , PE27 6SE | 3out of 4 | 1,882 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hemingford Grey Primary School St Ives Road , Hemingford Grey PE28 9DU | 3out of 4 | 1,951 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ivo Academy High Leys , PE27 6RR | 3out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Welcome Chinese Restaurant | 2 - 4 East Street | 243 yd | |
| Ivo Lounge | 9 Sheep Market | 273 yd | |
| Hambleton Bakery Ltd | Unit 3, Library Row Station Road | 283 yd | |
| Toms Cakes Ltd | 19 Market Hill | 338 yd | |
| Rockabilly Sandwich Shop | Unit 6 Cromwell Mews | 344 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Hart | Public House, White Hart Sheep Market | 311 yd | |
| The Swan and Angel | 8 Market Hill | 361 yd | |
| D & L Hospitality Ltd | Public House, Royal Oak, 13 Crown Street | 401 yd | |
| The Snug | Unit 3, The Mill Free Church Passage | 412 yd | |
| The Oliver Cromwell | Public House, Oliver Cromwell, 13 Wellington Street | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyprus Kitchen | Cyprus Kitchen The Quadrant | 177 yd | |
| Dragon Boat | Dragon Boat Cafe And Fish Bar, 1, Carlisle Terrace The Quadrant | 193 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Library Row, Library Row Station Road | 287 yd | |
| Delish | 9 East Street | 323 yd | |
| Pizza Town | 3A Station Road | 334 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warners Park PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 306 yd |
| Optimum Gym (Closed) Market Hill | health and fitness suite | 394 yd |
| Westfield Junior School RAMSEY ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 701 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.