Lovers Lane is in Sutton, Peterborough and in City Of Peterborough district. PE5 7XQ is located in the Wittering electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lovers Lane, Sutton, Peterborough, PE5 7XQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE5 7XD, PE5 7XE, PE5 7XB, PE5 7XG, PE5 7XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE5 7XQ is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population 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 | 47.4% | 46.6% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 52.6% | 53.4% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PE5 7XQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.8% | 30.1% | 12.3% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73.6% | 53.4% | -20.2% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 1.8% | 8% | 6.2% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.3% | -1.2% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52% | 61.7% | 9.7% | 48.4% | 13.3% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 27.1% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -6.5% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 7.4% | -4.8% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 17.8% | 14.6% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 12.8% | 3.0% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 14.6% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 14.6% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.4% | 38.4% | 1.0% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 99% | 92% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 92% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 92% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 1.6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 91.5% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 7.4% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Turkey | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lovers Lane was 35.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.1% lower than the Glinton and Castor average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Lovers Lane has the 18th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Glinton and Castor and the 122nd lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Lee Lovers Lane, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2016-10-26 | £898,639 |
PE5 7XQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PE5 7XQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 45 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castor CofE Primary School Stocks Hill , Castor PE5 7AY | 3out of 4 | 3,263 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nassington Primary School Church Street , Nassington PE8 6QG | 3out of 4 | 4,242 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turntable Cafe | Wansford Railway Station Old Great North Road | 917 yd | |
| Origin8 Deli-cafes Ltd | Wansford Railway Station Old Great North Road | 917 yd | |
| Stibbington Diner | 2 Old Great North Road | 1,012 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.