Peterborough Central
Peterborough 014 · 6 sub-areas · 12,954 residents
Peterborough 014 is a densely populated neighbourhood within Peterborough, home to around 12,950 people. A typical two-bedroom flat lets for about £863 a month — well below the UK average for a 2-bed — though rents here consume a notably high share of take-home pay. Over half of residents rent privately, making this one of Peterborough's most tenure-diverse inner areas.
Peterborough Central is a green, lower-density part of Peterborough — parks within walking distance of most addresses, a slower weekday rhythm, and a population skewed toward longer-tenure households rather than transient renters. The rental market is active and turnover is high — people move through rather than stay.
Overview
What's it like to live in Peterborough Central?
Day-to-day life sits close to greenery — a park or playing field is within easy walking distance of most addresses; food and drink within walking distance is workable but not dense — around 32 restaurants and 5 pubs in five minutes; Recorded crime is higher than the national norm — common for built-up urban areas, but worth weighing if you're looking for a quieter base; Public transport is genuinely strong; most errands and a fair share of social life don't need a car; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £976 a month for a typical home; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Figures are aggregated across 6 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Peterborough Central in Peterborough
Living in Peterborough Central
This part of Peterborough is one of the city's more densely settled neighbourhoods, with a character shaped by a high proportion of renters, a young adult population, and a notably international community. Around 55% of residents were born outside the UK, giving the area a distinctly multicultural feel that sets it apart from many other parts of the city.
On cost, this neighbourhood sits at the more affordable end of the market — a two-bedroom home runs roughly £863 a month, noticeably below the UK median of around £1,200 for a 2-bed. The trade-off is that local salaries are modest: the median resident earns around £29,800 a year, which means rent still swallows close to half of typical take-home pay. If you're on an average local wage, you won't feel flush, even at these prices.
The population skews young. Nearly a third of residents are aged 18–34, and just under a quarter are under 18 — so there are plenty of families and young adults around. Roughly one in three households is a single-person household, suggesting a mix of young professionals, students, and solo renters alongside family units. Owner-occupation is low at around 32%, so most people here are in the same boat as renters.
Practically, the nearest mainline rail station is about 838 metres away — roughly a ten-minute walk — giving access to London in under an hour by rail. Nearly half of residents commute by car, while public transport accounts for fewer than one in ten journeys. Gigabit broadband is available to all properties in the area. For sub-areas and street-level detail, see the streets and sub-areas listed below.
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Frequently asked
- Is Peterborough 014 a nice place to live?
- It depends on your priorities. Rents are low by national standards and the rail connection to London is under an hour, but crime rates are well above the national average and deprivation levels are high. It suits renters who need affordability and don't mind a rougher-edged neighbourhood, but families prioritising school quality or safety may find other parts of Peterborough a better fit.
- What is the rent in Peterborough 014?
- A one-bedroom home runs around £684 a month, a two-bedroom around £863, and a three-bedroom around £1,038. These are estimates scaled from city-level data using local sale prices. Rents rose just 0.7% year-on-year, so the market here is relatively stable compared to many UK cities.
- Is Peterborough 014 safe?
- Crime is high here — around 443 incidents per 1,000 residents annually, far above the UK national average of roughly 80. The area sits in roughly the bottom 20% nationally on the deprivation index, which correlates with elevated crime. It's worth researching specific streets before committing, as the picture can vary considerably within a neighbourhood.
- What's the commute from Peterborough 014 to London?
- The nearest mainline rail station is about 838 metres away — a ten to eleven minute walk. From there, the rail journey to London takes roughly 57 minutes. That makes London accessible for occasional trips, though the combination of train fares and modest local salaries means it's rarely a daily commute for residents.
- Who lives in Peterborough 014?
- A young, internationally diverse community. Around 30% of residents are aged 18–34 and around 55% were born outside the UK, pointing to a large settled migrant population. Over half of households rent privately. Single-person households make up about a third of the total, alongside a significant number of families with children.
- What schools are near Peterborough 014?
- There are 125 schools within 2 kilometres, but only around 46% are rated Good or Outstanding — well below the national average of approximately 89%. The nearest Outstanding school is roughly 586 metres away. For specific school names and catchment boundaries, check the Ofsted website and Peterborough City Council's admissions pages directly.