Paston Lane is in Walton, Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE4 6HB is located in the Paston and Walton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Peterborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paston Lane, Walton, Peterborough, PE4 6HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE4 6AQ, PE4 6EA, PE4 6HD, PE4 6AG, PE4 6AE, PE4 6AF, PE4 6HA, PE4 6EE, PE4 6EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE4 6HB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 52.7% | 47.7% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 52.3% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 PE4 6HB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.1% 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 | 43.5% | 46.1% | 2.6% | 37.9% | 8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 29% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -15.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 5.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 13.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 40.7% | 42.1% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 39.3% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 13.6% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 4.5% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.6% | 21.5% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 13.6% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 15.7% | -6.3% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.8% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 16.2% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 20.4% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 6.8% | 5.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 3.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 4.5% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 86.7% | 83.5% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 2.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 58.8% 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 | 81.9% | 58.8% | -23.1% | 83.2% | -24.4% |
| European Union | 9.3% | 30.9% | 21.6% | 6.1% | 24.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 7.4% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.9% | 58.8% | -23.1% | 83.2% | -24.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 18.5% | 16.3% | 9.8% | 8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 9.9% | 7.7% | 2.9% | 7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.2% | 8.6% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 6.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 4.1% | -3.4% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 42.9% | 76.7% | -33.8% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 3.7% | 0.6% | 3.1% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 11% | 0.3% | 10.7% |
| Poland | 7.8% | 1.3% | 6.5% |
| Romania | 4.5% | 0.9% | 3.6% |
| Other EU countries | 6.5% | 1.5% | 5.0% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 47.3% | 46.2% | 1.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 10.2% | 6.5% | 3.7% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paston Lane was 1473.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 315.2% higher than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Paston Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 170 local areas in Central and the 5th highest crime rate of 627 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 303.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Paston Lane, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-11-22 | £314,440 |
| 31 Paston Lane, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2024-09-30 | £152,886 |
| 11 Paston Lane, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-01-31 | £480,660 |
| 8 Paston Lane, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2023-10-06 | £194,565 |
| 34 Paston Lane, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2023-07-13 | £272,474 |
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caverstede Nursery School Caverstede Road , Walton PE4 6EX | 4out of 4 | 428 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery Primary School Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 481 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Discovery Primary Academy Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Junior School Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 481 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Infant School Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 481 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensthorpe Primary School Brigstock Court , PE3 7NB | - not rated | 994 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 | 492 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Voyager Academy Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 492 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Community School Mountsteven Avenue , PE4 6HX | - not rated | 613 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Katharine Academy Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | - not rated | 884 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bretton Woods Community School Flaxland , Bretton PE3 8DF | - not rated | 1,864 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 | 3,069 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 | 2,571 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's (The Cathedral) School Park Road , PE1 2UE | 4out of 4 | 2,970 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medeshamstede School 53 Willesden Avenue , PE4 6EA | - not rated | 118 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Iqra Academy Enterprise Way , PE3 8YQ | - not rated | 742 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Heltwate School Heltwate , North Bretton PE3 8RL | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellindon Residential Special School Ellindon , Bretton PE3 8RQ | - not rated | 1,019 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School Lawn Avenue , PE1 3RB | - not rated | 1,682 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angle Gaming Lounge | 939 Lincoln Road | 144 yd | |
| Paul Pry | 1023 Lincoln Road | 297 yd | |
| Living Cafe (ASDA) | Unit C, Brotherhood Shopping Park, Brotherhood Close | 355 yd | |
| Asda Living | Brotherhood Close | 355 yd | |
| Costa @ Next | Unit G, Brotherhood Shopping Park, Brotherhood Close | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lime Tree | The Lime Tree, Paston Lane | 191 yd | |
| Crown Inn | 749 Lincoln Road | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| U Gutka | 945 Lincoln Road | 167 yd | |
| Indian Chef / Bollywood Nights | 973a Lincoln Road | 167 yd | |
| Papa Luigi | 957-959 Lincoln Road | 167 yd | |
| Great Wall | 977 Lincoln Road | 167 yd | |
| Pizza Perfection | 1015 Lincoln Road | 297 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | 961 Lincoln Road | 167 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, Lincoln Road | 347 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit A Brotherhood Retail Park, Brotherhood Close | 355 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 1a, Maskew Retail Park, Maskew Avenue | 781 yd | |
| Savers Supermarket | 182 Mountsteven Avenue | 785 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walton Community School (Closed) Mountsteven Avenue | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| Itter Park FULBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 701 yd |
| Bodyworx Gym Ltd IVATT WAY | health and fitness suite | 732 yd |
| Queen Catherine Academy MOUNTSTEVEN AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 884 yd |
| Fulbridge Academy KEETON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 960 yd |
| Fulbridge Road TENNYSON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,010 yd |
| Lincoln Road Playing Fields LINCOLN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 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 | 93.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.5% |
| 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 | 113.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.