About Orton Southgate

Orton Southgate is a suburb located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area PE2. This area is part of the larger city of Peterborough and offers a mix of residential housing and commercial establishments. The suburb features various amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. The local infrastructure is well-developed, with good transport links to Peterborough city centre and surrounding areas. The nearby Orton Mere provides access to scenic walking paths along the River Nene, which can be enjoyed by those looking for outdoor activities. Overall, Orton Southgate serves as a functional and accessible community within the greater Peterborough area.

School Ratings in Orton Southgate

There are 74 schools in and around Orton Southgate. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Orton Southgate

The average property price is £288K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £175K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Orton Southgate

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Orton Southgate, with 141 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Orton Southgate

Orton Southgate sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Orton Southgate

Broadband speeds in Orton Southgate are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 8,198 sales

Average Price £288K
£1K — £109.79M
Detached £317K 2,109
Semi £213K 2,198
Terraced £175K 2,334
Flat £158K 1,297

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

48 Primary
7 Secondary
19 Other
St John's Church School, Spirit Federation Primary Good 0.7 miles Ormiston Bushfield Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation Primary 0.9 miles Ormiston Meadows Academy Primary 1.1 miles Orton Wistow Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Lime Academy Orton 1.4 miles Braybrook Primary Academy Primary Good 1.5 miles Hampton Hargate Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Hampton Vale Primary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Orton Children's Centre (formerly Sure Start Orton) 1.7 miles Nene Park Academy Secondary Good 1.9 miles St Botolph's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Orton Southgate IMD 2025

Orton Southgate sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
4/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
8/10
14,680 Children (0-15) 22%
42,948 Working Age 64%
12,804 Older (60+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Orton Southgate 944 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Orton Southgate sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

380 Violence & Sexual Offences
141 Anti-Social Behaviour
76 Shoplifting
73 Criminal Damage & Arson
60 Public Order
40 Drugs
38 Other Theft
31 Other Crime
28 Vehicle Crime
26 Burglary
16 Robbery
15 Weapons
15 Theft from Person
5 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Cambridgeshire Peterborough South Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Orton Goldhay 0.9 miles Alwalton 0.9 miles Orton Wistow 1.2 miles Chesterton 1.4 miles Haddon 1.4 miles Orton Brimbles 1.4 miles Orton Waterville 1.4 miles Orton Longueville 1.8 miles Hampton Hargate 1.9 miles Orton Malborne 2 miles Morborne 2 miles Norman Cross 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Peterborough
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Werrington
Constituency Peterborough
Parish Peterborough, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in PE2 30 shown View all streets

A605 1 Abbey Fields 2 Abbotsbury 1 Aboyne Avenue 1 Accent Park 4 Agatha Place 1 Albany Walk 2 Albion Close 1 Alconbury Close 1 Alfric Square 2 Allan Avenue 2 Alnwick 1 Alwalton-Nene Footpath 1 Andrea Close 1 Anglian Close 1 Antonia Grove 1 Apollo Avenue 4 Appleyard 4 Arbroath Gardens 1 Aurora Way 1 Auster Road 1 Aydon Road 1 Ayres Drive 2 Badington Close 1 Bailey Way 1 Bakers Lane 2 Bakewell Road 7 Baldwin Drive 1 Balintore Rise 1 Bardney 3

Postcodes in PE2 50 shown View all postcodes

PE2 2AA PE2 2AB PE2 2AD PE2 2FD PE2 2FQ PE2 2GG PE2 2GT PE2 2GY PE2 2GZ PE2 2HY PE2 2LD PE2 2LL PE2 2NG PE2 2NH PE2 2NT PE2 2PA PE2 2PE PE2 2PL PE2 2PN PE2 2PW PE2 2QA PE2 2QD PE2 2QG PE2 2QP PE2 2QS PE2 2QT PE2 2QU PE2 2QX PE2 2QY PE2 2QZ PE2 2RA PE2 2RB PE2 2RH PE2 2RT PE2 2RW PE2 2TP PE2 2TQ PE2 2TR PE2 2TS PE2 2TU PE2 2TW PE2 2TY PE2 2UB PE2 2UF PE2 2UG PE2 2UQ PE2 2UX PE2 2UZ PE2 2WA PE2 2WG