Bretts Way is in Whittlesey, Peterborough and in Fenland district. PE7 1NQ is located in the Whittlesey North West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2005-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bretts Way, Whittlesey, Peterborough, PE7 1NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE7 1PZ, PE7 1QE, PE7 1NJ, PE7 1LE, PE7 1QR, PE7 1QB, PE7 1NW, PE7 1LS, PE7 1QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE7 1NQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 49.7% | 48.3% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 50.3% | 51.7% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.5% | 33.1% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 50% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 10.9% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 4.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 50% | 41.5% | -8.5% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 43% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 9.4% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 11.1% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 15% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 24.6% | 10.9% | -13.7% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 22.2% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 8.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.4% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 21.4% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 21.4% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.8% | 96% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 92.4% | 95.4% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 94.8% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.6% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bretts Way was 52.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.4% higher than the Whittlesey East & Villages average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bretts Way has the 18th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Whittlesey East & Villages and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 117.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Bretts Way, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2022-11-21 | £375,158 |
| 4 Bretts Way, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-05-27 | £375,249 |
| 2 Bretts Way, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £357,500 | 2017-04-20 | £454,108 |
| 2 Bretts Way, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2012-12-14 | £488,673 |
| 4 Bretts Way, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Detached, a newly built property | £216,000 | 2005-12-21 | £359,095 |
PE7 1NQ 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 | 125 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lane Primary & Nursery School Park Lane , Whittlesey PE7 1JB | 3out of 4 | 847 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Jacobs School Drybread Road , Whittlesey PE7 1XJ | 3out of 4 | 1,874 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Road Primary & Nursery School New Road , Whittlesey PE7 1SZ | 2out of 4 | 2,784 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heritage Park Primary School Park Farm Way , Park Farm PE2 8XA | 4out of 4 | 4,795 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coates Primary School The Fold , Coates PE7 2BP | 3out of 4 | 5,189 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Harry Smith Community College Eastrea Road , Whittlesey PE7 1XB | 3out of 4 | 1,869 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's House Luncheon Club | 18 St Marys House, Gracious Street | 859 yd | |
| Poppy's | 2A Broad Street, Whittlesey | 974 yd | |
| The Letter B | The Letter B Public House, 53 - 57 Church Street | 974 yd | |
| Central Cafe | 44 Market Street, Whittlesey | 1,015 yd | |
| Fontanella's Italian Restaurant | 10 Market Street, Whittlesey | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whittlesey Conservative Club | 34 Whitmore Street, Whittlesey | 865 yd | |
| Quinns Bar | Quinns, 24 Market Street | 1,082 yd | |
| Black Bull | 20 Market Street, Whittlesey | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Chef | 64 Gracious Street, Whittlesey | 844 yd | |
| Silver River Chinese Take Away | 37 Broad Street, Whittlesey | 926 yd | |
| Chippy Sues | 14 Delph, Whittlesey | 950 yd | |
| BBQ Land | 2A Broad Street, Whittlesey | 974 yd | |
| Curry Cottage | 1A Queen Street, Whittlesey | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Cooperative | 14 West End, Whittlesey | 557 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whittlesey Jfc (OFF) STONALD ROAD | grass pitches | 579 yd |
| Park Lane Primary School And Nursery School PARK LANE | grass pitches | 776 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| 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.