peterborough PE8 Postcodes
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Peterborough (PE8)
The PE8 postcode area is located in the Peterborough postcode town region, within the county of Northamptonshire, and contains a total of 784 individual postcodes.
There are 64 electoral wards in the PE8 postcode area, including Boston, Bourne, Chatteris, Downham Market, Hunstanton, Huntingdon, King's Lynn, March, Peterborough, Sandringham, Skegness, Spalding, Spilsby, St Ives, St Neots, Stamford, Swaffham, Wisbech which come under the local authority of the East Northamptonshire Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 34% of people in PE8 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of PE8 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
PE8 postcode is located in the Peterborough district in the East of England. It is approximately 62 miles east of Central London and is located on the River Nene.
PE8 is within the area of Thrapston which is a small market town that is located within the East Northamptonshire district. It has a population of 3,468 and was once home to the Tresham family, an influential family of the Tudor era.
The area of PE8 postcode takes in 4 villages in the area which are Islip, Little Addington, Wadenhoe and Wymington. All these villages are popular for their picturesque countryside and cottages and are close to the Northamptonshire/Bedfordshire border.
The postcode area is served by numerous bus routes to Thrapston and Oundle with a few that go to Peterborough and Kettering. The nearest railway stations are Kettering, Corby, Huntingdon and Peterborough.
PE8 is an important place for natural habitats being home to numerous sites of special scientific interest, including the riverside nature reserve at Islip. It has many public footpaths and cycle tracks which are used regularly.
The postcode area also offers plenty of outdoor activities from fishing to clay pigeon shooting. There are also two 18-hole golf courses and an outdoor sports centre. PE8 has hosted various events such as The Northamptonshire Festival of Food and Drink.
PE8 postcode has a range of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. It offers numerous schools which have varying OFSTED ratings, including the popular King's School which provides a range of specialised activities from music to sports to drama.
All in all, PE8 postcode offers a peaceful and picturesque lifestyle to those who choose to call it home. It is a great place to experience the countryside with an attractive range of outdoor activities.
Demographics
Northamptonshire
PE8 is located in the county of Northamptonshire, in England.
Northamptonshire has a total population of 733,100, making it the 33rd largest county in the UK.
Northamptonshire has a total area of 913 square miles, and a population density of 310 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | PE8 |
| Postal Town | Peterborough |
| MSOA Name | East Northamptonshire 002 |
| LSOA Name | East Northamptonshire 002E |
| County | Northamptonshire |
| Region | Northamptonshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | East Northamptonshire |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
PE8 Electoral Wards
The postal region of PE8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Monday, April 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 34% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.