Osier Avenue is in Hampton Centre, Peterborough and in City Of Peterborough district. PE7 8GU is located in the Hampton Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2006-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Osier Avenue, Hampton Centre, Peterborough, PE7 8GU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE7 8GT, PE7 8GW, PE7 8NU, PE7 8NB, PE7 8GS, PE7 8EX, PE7 8DQ, PE7 8GR, PE7 8GQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE7 8GU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 46.9% | 48.4% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 53.1% | 51.6% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 PE7 8GU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.4% 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 | 61.4% | 54.4% | -7.0% | 37.9% | 16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.5% | 34.4% | 16.9% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Separated | 6.1% | 4% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 14% | 7.2% | -6.8% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50% | 49% | -1.0% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 32.3% | -9.2% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 6.2% | 14.2% | 8.0% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.3% | 10.4% | 5.1% | 18.2% | -7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 10.4% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 12% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 22.4% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.6% | 39.2% | -6.4% | 33.8% | 5.4% |
| Other | 5.3% | 5.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 5.4% | 14.2% | 8.8% | 3.1% | 11.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 8.4% | 8.4% | 2.7% | 5.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 87.7% | 69.7% | -18.0% | 81.4% | -11.7% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 53.8% 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 | 74.6% | 53.8% | -20.8% | 83.2% | -29.4% |
| European Union | 13.8% | 19.9% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 13.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.9% | 17.9% | 11.0% | 5.6% | 12.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.6% | 53.2% | -21.4% | 83.2% | -30.0% |
| 10+ Years | 4.6% | 13.3% | 8.7% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.9% | 12% | 5.1% | 2.9% | 9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.8% | 12.7% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 10.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 8.9% | 5.8% | 1.9% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.6% | 76.7% | -25.1% |
| Italy | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 6.5% | 0.3% | 6.2% |
| Poland | 5.2% | 1.3% | 3.9% |
| Romania | 6.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 12.3% | 1.2% | 11.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 12.2% | 1.7% | 10.5% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Osier Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hampton Vale average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Osier Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-05-02 | £250,326 |
| 18 Osier Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2024-07-12 | £244,439 |
| 28 Osier Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-06-17 | £128,356 |
| 7 Osier Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-09-29 | £144,006 |
| 16 Osier Avenue, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-04-08 | £257,758 |
PE7 8GU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Hargate Primary School Hargate Way , Hampton Hargate PE7 8BZ | 4out of 4 | 450 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Vale Primary Academy Hampton Vale Primary Academy , West Lake Avenue PE7 8LS | - not rated | 549 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leighton Primary School Orton Malborne , PE2 5PL | 3out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braybrook Primary Academy Braybrook , Orton Goldhay PE2 5QL | 2out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Lakes Primary School Waterhouse Way , Hampton Gardens PE7 8SJ | - not rated | 1,478 yd | Free schools | Yes | 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 | - not rated | 860 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nene Park Academy Oundle Road , Orton Longueville PE2 7EA | 3out of 4 | 2,380 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bushfield Academy Ortongate , PE2 5RQ | 3out of 4 | 2,669 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanground Academy Peterborough Road , PE7 3BY | 3out of 4 | 3,464 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jack Hunt School Bradwell Road , PE3 9PY | 3out of 4 | 5,171 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton College Eagle Way , Hampton Vale PE7 8BF | 3out of 4 | 338 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 | 1,129 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lime Academy Orton Clayton Site , Orton Goldhay PE2 5SD | - not rated | 1,780 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Peterborough School Thorpe Road , PE3 6AP | - not rated | 4,617 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clare Lodge Care of: Peterborough City Council , Town Hall PE1 1HF | - not rated | 4,716 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Richard Barnes Academy Williamson Avenue , PE3 6BA | - not rated | 5,124 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah's Kitchen | St Edmunds Court, St Edmunds Walk | 181 yd | |
| Chimes Coffee Shop | Christ The Servant King Church, Silver Hill | 351 yd | |
| Maharanis | 56 Hargate Way | 497 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 19a, The Serpentine Green Shopping Centre, The Serpentine | 546 yd | |
| Anchor | Clayburn Court, Clayburn Road | 550 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mulberry Tree Farm | 2 Kempley Close | 731 yd | |
| The Hampton | Brewers Fayre, Ashbourne Road | 915 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Ashbourne Road | 915 yd | |
| The Moorhen | The Moorhen, 358 West Lake Avenue | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing Supreme | 54 Hargate Way | 497 yd | |
| Sub Xpress | Unit 8c, The Serpentine Green Shopping Centre, The Serpentine | 522 yd | |
| Burger King | Unit 8a, The Serpentine Green Shopping Centre, The Serpentine | 528 yd | |
| Yo! To Go | The Serpentine Green Shopping Centre, The Serpentine | 600 yd | |
| Hamptons Plaice | 4 Stewartby Avenue | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Limited | Eagle Way | 105 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit 20, The Serpentine Green Shopping Centre, The Serpentine | 546 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 1, The Serpentine Green Shopping Centre, The Serpentine | 600 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore, Brickburn Close | 608 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton College EAGLE WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 221 yd |
| Hampton Leisure Centre CLAYBURN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 378 yd |
| Hampton Hargate Primary School HARGATE WAY | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Hampton Hargate Playing Fields BEAUMONT WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 665 yd |
| Hampton Gardens School HARTLAND AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 732 yd |
| Vivacity Premier Fitness UNIT 3 UNIT 3 HADFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 800 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 | 48.4% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.