Sturrock Way is in Bretton, Peterborough and in City Of Peterborough district. PE3 8YF is located in the Bretton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Peterborough. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sturrock Way, Bretton, Peterborough, PE3 8YF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE3 8YF has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% | 56.3% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 45.4% | 43.7% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PE3 8YF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.8% | 49.8% | 11.0% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 32.5% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -11.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 7% | 2.2% | -4.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 9.2% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 5.9% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 38.9% | 45.3% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 43.8% | 39.1% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 10.2% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3.5% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 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.
In the area around PE3 8YF this area, 28.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.4% | 28.3% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21% | 10.4% | -10.6% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.8% | 17.5% | -7.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.6% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 14.9% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.5% | 19% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 6.5% | 4.5% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 5.6% | 2.4% | -3.2% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 84% | 80.5% | -3.5% | 81.4% | -0.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 69.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 69.3% | -18.0% | 83.2% | -13.9% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 20.8% | 15.2% | 6.1% | 14.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.9% | 69.7% | -17.2% | 83.2% | -13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.4% | 13.1% | 9.8% | 3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 10.7% | 7.8% | 2.9% | 7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 5.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 1.1% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.1% | 76.7% | -23.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 3.8% | 0.5% | 3.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 13.4% | 0.3% | 13.1% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Muslim | 6.7% | 6.5% | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sturrock Way was 159.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.1% higher than the Bretton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sturrock Way has the 15th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Bretton and the 155th highest crime rate of 627 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A M F Bowling Sturrock Way, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Other, an established residential building | £3,000,000 | 2024-03-22 | £2,978,102 |
| Unit 2 Sturrock Way, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Other, an established residential building | £954,000 | 2017-10-23 | £1,117,107 |
| 11 Sturrock Way, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Other, an established residential building | £481,121 | 2014-08-01 | £702,496 |
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caverstede Nursery School Caverstede Road , Walton PE4 6EX | 4out of 4 | 950 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravensthorpe Primary School Brigstock Court , PE3 7NB | - not rated | 486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensthorpe Primary Academy Brigstock Court , PE3 7NB | 2out of 4 | 486 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensthorpe Junior School Brigstock Court , PE3 7NB | - not rated | 486 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensthorpe Infant School Bristock Court , PE3 7NB | - not rated | 486 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Discovery Primary School Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 823 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Voyager School Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 820 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Voyager Academy Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 820 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Community School Mountsteven Avenue , PE4 6HX | - not rated | 993 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Katharine Academy Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bretton Woods Community School Flaxland , Bretton PE3 8DF | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,167 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Deacon Academy Queen's Gardens , PE1 2UW | - not rated | 2,633 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's (The Cathedral) School Park Road , PE1 2UE | 4out of 4 | 2,912 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellindon Residential Special School Ellindon , Bretton PE3 8RQ | - not rated | 506 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heltwate School Heltwate , North Bretton PE3 8RL | 3out of 4 | 544 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medeshamstede School 53 Willesden Avenue , PE4 6EA | - not rated | 581 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Iqra Academy Enterprise Way , PE3 8YQ | - not rated | 606 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St George's School Lawn Avenue , PE1 3RB | - not rated | 1,874 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Bowl | Amf Bowling, Sturrock Way | 149 yd | |
| Living Cafe (ASDA) | Unit C, Brotherhood Shopping Park, Brotherhood Close | 178 yd | |
| Asda Living | Brotherhood Close | 178 yd | |
| Costa @ Next | Unit G, Brotherhood Shopping Park, Brotherhood Close | 178 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Unit J2, Brotherhood Retail Park, Brotherhood Close | 178 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lime Tree | The Lime Tree, Paston Lane | 712 yd | |
| Crown Inn | 749 Lincoln Road | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| U Gutka | 945 Lincoln Road | 434 yd | |
| Indian Chef / Bollywood Nights | 973a Lincoln Road | 434 yd | |
| Papa Luigi | 957-959 Lincoln Road | 434 yd | |
| Great Wall | 977 Lincoln Road | 434 yd | |
| Pizza Perfection | 1015 Lincoln Road | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Unit A Brotherhood Retail Park, Brotherhood Close | 178 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, Lincoln Road | 240 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 961 Lincoln Road | 434 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 1a, Maskew Retail Park, Maskew Avenue | 567 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodyworx Gym Ltd IVATT WAY | health and fitness suite | 286 yd |
| Bretton Park Ellindon | grass pitches | 679 yd |
| Walton Community School (Closed) Mountsteven Avenue | grass pitches | 999 yd |
| Watergall School WATERGALL | grass pitches | 1,089 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.