Rectory Farm Mews is in Elton, Peterborough and in Huntingdonshire district. PE8 6RB is located in the Stilton, Folksworth & Washingley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Farm Mews, Elton, Peterborough, PE8 6RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE8 6SY, PE8 6RR, PE8 6RT, PE8 6RX, PE8 6RS, PE8 6RA, PE8 6RH, PE8 6RN, PE8 6RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE8 6RB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.5% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47% | 48.5% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 26.4% | 28.8% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 48.5% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8% | 12.8% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 8% | 6.9% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.6% | 48.8% | 1.2% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 33% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 13.9% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 24.5% | 15.2% | -9.3% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 10.5% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 13% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.1% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.9% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.8% | 39.7% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 5.9% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.2% | 96.3% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 95% | 91.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| 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 | 94.6% | 92.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 5.8% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.6% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 60% | 46.2% | 13.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Farm Mews was 25.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.3% lower than the Stilton, Folksworth & Washingley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rectory Farm Mews has the 7th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Stilton, Folksworth & Washingley and the 127th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Huntingdonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mill Rectory Farm Mews, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £326,000 | 2009-08-27 | £627,019 |
| Barn Cottage, 2 Rectory Farm Mews, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2006-08-08 | £584,748 |
| The Mill Rectory Farm Mews, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2003-09-30 | £684,545 |
| The Mill Rectory Farm Mews, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 1997-04-11 | £860,571 |
PE8 6RB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 PE8 6RB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Elton CofE Primary School of the Foundation of Frances and Jane Proby School Lane , Elton PE8 6RS | 3out of 4 | 286 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warmington School School Lane , Warmington PE8 6TA | 3out of 4 | 3,188 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nassington Primary School Church Street , Nassington PE8 6QG | 3out of 4 | 3,461 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosworth's Garden Centre | Corner Cottage Elton Hall Estate | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | Crown Inn, 8 Duck Street | 374 yd | |
| Black Horse | Public House, Black Horse, 14 Overend | 392 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elton Cricket Club (Closed) | grass pitches | 658 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.