Pilton Close is in Paston, Peterborough and in Peterborough district. PE4 7PU is located in the Paston and Walton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Peterborough. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pilton Close, Paston, Peterborough, PE4 7PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE4 7XE, PE4 7PX, PE4 7PY, PE4 7PT, PE4 7XJ, PE4 7PR, PE4 7PW, PE4 7PN, PE4 7PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE4 7PU 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 | 51.2% | 49.5% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50.5% | 1.7% | 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.
In the immediate area around PE4 7PU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.8% 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 | 50.2% | 46.8% | -3.4% | 37.9% | 8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.8% | 32.1% | 6.3% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 13.5% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 4.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 44.4% | 39% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -9.4% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 35.3% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 19% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 4% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 PE4 7PU this area, 30.5% 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 12.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 30.5% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 22.2% | 3.0% | 9.6% | 12.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.9% | 12.1% | -11.8% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 6.3% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 13.8% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.7% | 12.6% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -21.2% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.5% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.6% | 88.3% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 6.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 79.8% 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 | 82.7% | 79.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | -3.4% |
| European Union | 13.2% | 15% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.7% | 80% | -1.7% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 13.2% | 11.5% | 9.8% | 3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 5.5% | 1.1% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.1% | 0.6% | -7.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.6% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52% | 76.7% | -24.7% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 3.7% | 0.3% | 3.4% |
| Poland | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 30.9% | 13.5% | 17.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pilton Close was 68.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.4% lower than the Dogsthorpe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pilton Close has the 18th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Dogsthorpe and the 269th lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Pilton Close, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £61,500 | 2023-12-20 | £60,595 |
| 1 Pilton Close, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-01-16 | £212,931 |
| 17 Pilton Close, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2018-12-18 | £199,675 |
| 7 Pilton Close, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-04-09 | £203,708 |
| 5 Pilton Close, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2015-11-27 | £204,677 |
The percentage of student residents living in PE4 7PU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 830 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paston Ridings Primary School Paston Ridings , Paston PE4 7XG | 3out of 4 | 434 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gunthorpe Primary School The Pentlands , Hallfields Lane PE4 7YP | 3out of 4 | 494 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwood Primary School Gunthorpe Road , Gunthorpe PE4 7DZ | 3out of 4 | 550 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Discovery Primary Academy Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulbridge Academy Keeton Road , PE1 3JQ | 4out of 4 | 1,398 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Katharine Academy Mountsteven Avenue , Walton PE4 6HX | 2out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ken Stimpson Community School Staniland Way , Werrington PE4 6JT | 3out of 4 | 2,380 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Peterborough UTC Park Crescent Campus , Park Crescent PE1 4DZ | 2out of 4 | 2,941 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Peterborough Academy Reeves Way , PE1 5LQ | 2out of 4 | 3,605 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Park Lane , PE1 5JN | 3out of 4 | 3,846 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 3,066 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,713 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's (The Cathedral) School Park Road , PE1 2UE | 4out of 4 | 3,316 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iqra Academy Enterprise Way , PE3 8YQ | - not rated | 1,793 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Heltwate School Heltwate , North Bretton PE3 8RL | 3out of 4 | 2,159 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beeches Independent School 218 Dogsthorpe Road , PE1 3PB | - not rated | 2,307 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshfields School Eastern Close , Dogsthorpe PE1 4PP | 3out of 4 | 2,548 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Medeshamstede Academy Reeves Way , PE1 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 3,577 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schools Out - Mobile Classroom | Paston Ridings Primary School, Paston Ridings | 330 yd | |
| Hot Coffee and Bakery | 113 Chadburn | 577 yd | |
| Honey Pot Cafe | 150 Chadburn | 591 yd | |
| Baker Perkins Limited | Apv Baker Plc, Manor Drive Hou, Manor Drive | 785 yd | |
| Honey Bee's Cafe | 101 Paston Lane | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harrier | 184 Gunthorpe Road | 509 yd | |
| The Lime Tree | The Lime Tree, Paston Lane | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Curry King | 75 Hallfields Lane | 554 yd | |
| Kung Fu Kitchen | 10 Hallfields Lane | 559 yd | |
| Paston Pizza, Kebab and Fish and Chips | 123 Chadburn | 577 yd | |
| Gunthorpe Fish Bar | 13 Chiltern Rise | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Chadburn | 577 yd | |
| Savers Supermarket | 182 Mountsteven Avenue | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Paston Ridings School PASTON RIDINGS | swimming pool | 325 yd |
| Itter Park FULBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 702 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 | 52.2% |
| 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 | 84.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.