Nursery Road is in Huntingdon and in Huntingdonshire district. PE29 3RJ is located in the Huntingdon East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Huntingdon. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nursery Road, Huntingdon, PE29 3RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE29 3RN, PE29 1WW, PE29 3QE, PE29 1JW, PE29 1JP, PE29 1WG, PE29 3RF, PE29 1WH, PE29 3QD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE29 3RJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 45.5% | 48.1% | 2.6% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 54.5% | 51.9% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 30.5% | 33.7% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 48.5% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 17.3% | 10.6% | -6.7% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 4% | 4.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 42.3% | 46.9% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 43% | 31.9% | -11.1% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 14.2% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 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 | 20.9% | 14.2% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 10.9% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 15.2% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 16.8% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 34.7% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.4% | 93.1% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 86.8% 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 | 92.3% | 86.8% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 6.3% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 86.8% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 7.4% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 1.6% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nursery Road was 130.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.7% higher than the Brampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nursery Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Brampton and the 64th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Huntingdonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.1%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 Charlton House, 19 Nursery Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-10-11 | £155,420 |
| Nest House Nursery Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-06-18 | £180,843 |
| Nest House Nursery Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2020-02-06 | £34,088 |
| Flat 4 Charlton House, 19 Nursery Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2015-10-07 | £213,798 |
| 15 Nursery Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2015-08-18 | £360,787 |
PE29 3RJ 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 | 137 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingdon Nursery School Ambury Road , PE29 1AD | 4out of 4 | 709 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 | 709 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Junior School Mayfield Crescent , Hartford PE29 1UL | 2out of 4 | 965 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Infant School Mayfield Crescent , Hartford PE29 1UL | 4out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stukeley Meadows Primary School Wertheim Way , PE29 6UH | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Godmanchester Community Academy Park Lane , Godmanchester PE29 2AG | 3out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 930 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinchingbrooke School Brampton Road , PE29 3BN | 3out of 4 | 1,600 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 | 917 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | J Sainsbury Plc St Germain Walk | 186 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | 13 St Germain Walk | 203 yd | |
| Local Cafe | 25 - 29 Chequers Court | 242 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 35 Chequers Court | 243 yd | |
| MOKA | 21 Chequers Court | 250 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montagu Working Men's Club | 14 Hartford Road | 191 yd | |
| Huntingdon Boat Club | Huntingdon Rowing Club, Huntingdon Rowing Club Hartford Road | 228 yd | |
| Three Tuns | Public House, The Three Tuns, Public House High Street | 333 yd | |
| Cromwells Cafe Bar | 137 High Street | 333 yd | |
| Huntingdon Pool and Snooker Club | St Benedicts Court, St Benedicts Court High Street | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 12 Chequers Court | 272 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Grammar School Walk | 286 yd | |
| Chilli Bite | 9 - 10 Newtons Court | 287 yd | |
| Pizza Town | 1A Newtons Court | 308 yd | |
| Platters | 35A High Street | 356 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | J Sainsbury Plc St Germain Walk | 186 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods Ltd | 13 St Germain Walk | 203 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 113 High Street | 377 yd | |
| Euro Shop | 2 - 3 George Street | 487 yd | |
| Essential Supermarket Ltd | 77 High Street | 639 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Park RIVERSIDE PARK RIVERSIDE PARK RIVERSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Huntingdonshire Regional College CALIFORNIA ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 815 yd |
| Huntingdon Tennis Centre HUNTINGDON TENNIS CLUB HUNTINGDON TENNIS CLUB ST PETERS ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 869 yd |
| Spring Common School SPRING COMMON SCHOOL SPRING COMMON SCHOOL AMERICAN LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 886 yd |
| Hartford Junior School MAYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| One Leisure Huntingdon ST PETERS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 928 yd |
| Huntingdon Indoor Bowls Club ST. PETERS ROAD | indoor bowls | 931 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields (St Peters Road) ST. PETERS ROAD | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| St Peters School ST. PETERS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,029 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.