Commons Drive is in Hampton Vale, Peterborough and in City Of Peterborough district. PE7 8ES is located in the Hampton Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2002-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Commons Drive, Hampton Vale, Peterborough, PE7 8ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE7 8ER, PE7 8ET, PE7 8EQ, PE7 8EN, PE7 8HE, PE7 8LF, PE7 8NF, PE7 8EL, PE7 8HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE7 8ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.9% | 51.6% | -6.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 42.1% | 48.4% | 6.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 25.7% | 25.2% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.8% | 41.3% | 5.5% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 10.1% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 31.2% | 20.2% | -11.0% | 6.1% | 14.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.2% | 41.9% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 20.1% | 26% | 5.9% | 33.6% | -7.6% |
| Fair health | 24.9% | 14% | -10.9% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 9.9% | 14.7% | 4.8% | 4.0% | 10.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 | 43.1% | 14.9% | -28.2% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 7% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 20.9% | 5.3% | 13.4% | 7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 11.6% | 8.8% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 11.2% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 30.7% | 15.6% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.7% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 91.9% | 83.6% | -8.3% | 81.4% | 2.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 80.2% 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 | 91.2% | 80.2% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -3.0% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 10.5% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 80.5% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 12.9% | 12.5% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 1.6% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.8% | 76.7% | -12.9% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 5.4% | 1.5% | 3.9% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commons Drive was 160.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.1% higher than the Hampton Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commons Drive has the 11th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Hampton Vale and the 153rd highest crime rate of 627 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 107.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Commons Drive, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £382,000 | 2023-09-26 | £384,320 |
| 4 Commons Drive, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2014-06-18 | £388,810 |
| 4 Commons Drive, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2010-12-13 | £458,201 |
| 1 Commons Drive, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2007-06-15 | £331,300 |
| 3 Commons Drive, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2006-08-04 | £292,393 |
PE7 8ES area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PE7 8ES area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Vale Primary School Westlake Avenue , Hampton Vale PE7 8LS | - not rated | 643 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Vale Primary Academy Hampton Vale Primary Academy , West Lake Avenue PE7 8LS | 3out of 4 | 665 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic VA Primary School Aqua Drive , Hampton Water PE7 8QL | - not rated | 999 yd | Voluntary aided school | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Hargate Primary School Hargate Way , Hampton Hargate PE7 8BZ | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fourfields Community Primary School Bentley Avenue , Yaxley PE7 3ZT | 3out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Gardens Secondary School Hartland Avenue , Hampton Gardens PE7 8HR | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bushfield Academy Ortongate , PE2 5RQ | - not rated | 3,090 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushfield Community College Orton Centre , PE2 5RQ | - not rated | 3,117 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orton Longueville School Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | - not rated | 3,135 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nene Park Academy Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 3,135 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton College Eagle Way , Hampton Vale PE7 8BF | - not rated | 698 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton College Eagle Way , Hampton Vale PE7 8BF | 3out of 4 | 698 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sense College 50 Forder Way , Cygnet Park PE7 8JB | - not rated | 1,824 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayton School Orton Goldhay , PE2 5SD | - not rated | 2,318 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Phoenix School Clayton Site , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SD | - not rated | 2,524 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lime Academy Orton Clayton Site , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SD | - not rated | 2,528 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orton Hall School Orton Longueville , PE2 7DN | - not rated | 3,116 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurkha Lounge | 2 Stewartby Avenue | 713 yd | |
| Mattoni Restaurant | 114 Four Chimneys Crescent | 772 yd | |
| Sarah's Kitchen | St Edmunds Court, St Edmunds Walk | 959 yd | |
| Anchor | Clayburn Court, Clayburn Road | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Moorhen | The Moorhen, 358 West Lake Avenue | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamptons Plaice | 4 Stewartby Avenue | 713 yd | |
| Star Wok | 6 Stewartby Avenue | 713 yd | |
| Subway | 106 Four Chimneys Crescent | 766 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Four Chimneys Crescent | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Limited | Eagle Way | 795 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore, Brickburn Close | 1,078 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton College EAGLE WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 679 yd |
| Hampton Leisure Centre CLAYBURN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 841 yd |
| Hampton Gardens School HARTLAND AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 1,003 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.