Horse Common Close is in Huntingdon and in Huntingdonshire district. PE29 1PZ is located in the Huntingdon North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Huntingdon. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Horse Common Close, Huntingdon, PE29 1PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE29 1PW, PE29 1JQ, PE29 1JJ, PE29 1TR, PE29 1TW, PE29 1LW, PE29 1JH, PE29 1JL, PE29 1TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE29 1PZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 52% | 49.5% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48% | 50.5% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 37.1% | 41.7% | 4.6% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.4% | 37.4% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 13% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 6.7% | -2.1% | 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 | 38.3% | 39.7% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 36.9% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 15.9% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.9% | 26.5% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 12.5% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 12.1% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.6% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 19.8% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 19.1% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.5% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 3% | 4.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92.4% | 85.3% | -7.1% | 81.4% | 3.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 80.6% 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 | 90.3% | 80.6% | -9.7% | 83.2% | -2.6% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 12.9% | 9.6% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.4% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 80.1% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 9.3% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 6.2% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 3.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.8% | 76.7% | -13.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 8.4% | 1.3% | 7.1% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 38.7% | 46.2% | -7.5% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 6.8% | 6.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Horse Common Close was 137.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 212.9% higher than the Huntingdon East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Horse Common Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Huntingdon East and the 59th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Huntingdonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Horse Common Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-06-17 | £232,041 |
| 22 Horse Common Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2017-01-11 | £148,981 |
| 27 Horse Common Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £76,500 | 2016-01-28 | £98,143 |
| 34 Horse Common Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2011-12-15 | £173,665 |
| 11 Horse Common Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2006-05-19 | £212,138 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingdon Nursery School Ambury Road , PE29 1AD | 4out of 4 | 144 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingdon Primary School Ambury Road , PE29 1AD | 3out of 4 | 144 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Sallowbush Road , PE29 7LA | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Junior School Mayfield Crescent , Hartford PE29 1UL | 2out of 4 | 850 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Infant School Mayfield Crescent , Hartford PE29 1UL | 4out of 4 | 923 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stukeley Meadows Primary School Wertheim Way , PE29 6UH | 3out of 4 | 944 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's School St Peter's Road , PE29 7DD | 3out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinchingbrooke School Brampton Road , PE29 3BN | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Common Academy American Lane , PE29 1TQ | 4out of 4 | 654 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dreamers Bar | Huntingdon Youth Centre, Sallowbush Road | 428 yd | |
| Elior | Park View Brookside | 517 yd | |
| Huntingdon Tennis Club | Huntingdon Tennis Club St Peters Road | 520 yd | |
| Wickes Building Supplies | 38 St Peters Road | 595 yd | |
| Starbucks | J Sainsbury Plc St Germain Walk | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingdon Youth Centre | Huntingdon Youth Club Sallowbush Road | 428 yd | |
| Da Vincis | 83 High Street | 689 yd | |
| Huntingdon Boat Club | Huntingdon Rowing Club, Huntingdon Rowing Club Hartford Road | 719 yd | |
| Lord Protector | Lord Protector, Lord Protector Mayfield Road | 773 yd | |
| Montagu Working Men's Club | 14 Hartford Road | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Grammar School Walk | 622 yd | |
| New Lee Wong | 69 Ermine Street | 689 yd | |
| Hodson Fish Bar | 79 High Street | 721 yd | |
| Subway | 12 Chequers Court | 764 yd | |
| Chicken Spot | 57 High Street | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | J Sainsbury Plc St Germain Walk | 655 yd | |
| Essential Supermarket Ltd | 77 High Street | 725 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods Ltd | 13 St Germain Walk | 760 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 113 High Street | 805 yd | |
| Euro Shop | 2 - 3 George Street | 833 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Huntingdonshire Regional College CALIFORNIA ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 243 yd |
| One Leisure Huntingdon ST PETERS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 421 yd |
| St Peters School ST. PETERS ROAD | grass pitches | 513 yd |
| Huntingdon Tennis Centre HUNTINGDON TENNIS CLUB HUNTINGDON TENNIS CLUB ST PETERS ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 521 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields (St Peters Road) ST. PETERS ROAD | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Spring Common School SPRING COMMON SCHOOL SPRING COMMON SCHOOL AMERICAN LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 537 yd |
| Huntingdon Indoor Bowls Club ST. PETERS ROAD | indoor bowls | 587 yd |
| Hartford Junior School MAYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| Riverside Park RIVERSIDE PARK RIVERSIDE PARK RIVERSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Thongsley Fields Primary School BUTTSGROVE WAY | grass pitches | 928 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 | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.