Sprignall is in Bretton, Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE3 9YH is located in the Bretton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Peterborough. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sprignall, Bretton, Peterborough, PE3 9YH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE3 9XY, PE3 9YQ, PE3 9YG, PE3 9YF, PE3 9JT, PE3 9XX, PE3 9JS, PE3 9AT, PE3 9JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE3 9YH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 51.3% | -3.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 44.9% | 48.7% | 3.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 9YH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.8% 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 | 37.7% | 42.8% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 38.7% | -0.5% | 44.2% | -5.5% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 10.1% | -3.0% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 4.4% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 42% | 35.1% | -6.9% | 48.4% | -13.3% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 42.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 9.0% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 15.5% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 22.7% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 15.7% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 15.7% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 6.4% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 13.7% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.2% | 18.7% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 10.1% | 7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 4.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 86.4% | 82% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
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 | 81.4% | 69.3% | -12.1% | 83.2% | -13.9% |
| European Union | 9.9% | 20.9% | 11.0% | 6.1% | 14.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 5.5% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.3% | 69.3% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 18.1% | 16.4% | 9.8% | 8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.2% | 4.3% | -0.9% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.8% | 4.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 3.8% | -3.2% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.9% | 76.7% | -25.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 6.2% | 0.3% | 5.9% |
| Poland | 9.2% | 1.3% | 7.9% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sprignall was 153.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.1% higher than the Bretton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sprignall has the 17th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Bretton and the 163rd highest crime rate of 627 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 85.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.0%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 138 Sprignall, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-10-25 | £199,865 |
| 132 Sprignall, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2024-01-19 | £221,427 |
| 132 Sprignall, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2020-10-30 | £207,925 |
| 129 Sprignall, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2019-05-10 | £174,655 |
| 131 Sprignall, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2018-06-01 | £216,692 |
PE3 9YH 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 | 110 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caverstede Nursery School Caverstede Road , Walton PE4 6EX | 4out of 4 | 3,609 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Primary School Middleton , South Bretton PE3 9XJ | - not rated | 579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Junior School Middleton , South Bretton PE3 9XJ | - not rated | 579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton County Infant School Middleton , South Bretton PE3 9XJ | - not rated | 579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nova Primary Academy , South Bretton PE3 9XJ | - not rated | 580 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart RC Primary School Tollgate , Bretton PE3 9XD | - not rated | 918 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Hunt School Bradwell Road , PE3 9PY | - not rated | 1,270 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jack Hunt Academy Bradwell Road , PE3 9PY | 3out of 4 | 1,270 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bretton Woods Community School Flaxland , Bretton PE3 8DF | - not rated | 1,378 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Voyager School Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 3,360 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Voyager Academy Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 3,360 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,694 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 | 3,961 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Deacon Academy Queen's Gardens , PE1 2UW | - not rated | 4,176 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,201 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heltwate School Heltwate , North Bretton PE3 8RL | 3out of 4 | 2,335 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Peterborough School Thorpe Road , PE3 6AP | - not rated | 2,578 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Barnes Academy Williamson Avenue , PE3 6BA | - not rated | 2,653 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pupil Referral Service, Peterborough Williamson Avenue , PE3 6BA | - not rated | 2,653 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medirest at Peterborough City Hospital (Patient Catering) | Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate | 1,001 yd | |
| Medirest at The Cavell Centre | The Cavell Centre, Peterboroug, Bretton Gate | 1,001 yd | |
| Spice of Life (Visitor & Staff Restaurant) | Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coopers | 32-33 Copeland | 631 yd | |
| Fox & Hounds | The Fox And Hounds, Thorpe Road | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copeland Takeaway | 36 Copeland | 631 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Bretton Playing Field RINGWOOD | grass pitches | 168 yd |
| Sacred Heart Rc Primary School TOLLGATE | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| Ymca (Peterborough) THE CRESSET THE CRESSET BRETTON CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 1,093 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 202 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.