8 statistics about Peterborough you never knew - including how many bins are collected every year

By Stephen Briggs

Published 31st Oct 2026, 05:10 GMT

Many of us have lived in Peterborough for decades.

Whether you were born here, or moved to the city for work or family reasons, the city is home to thousands of people.

But how much do you know about Peterborough?

Peterborough City Council’s budget consultation has revealed some statistics about our city that you may have wondered about, that gives us a bigger picture about the place we call home.

How much do you know about Peterborough?

1. Peterborough

How much do you know about Peterborough? Photo: PT

Peterborough's population is roughly 223,600 - and is growing faster than the UK National Growth Rate

2. Peterborough population

Peterborough's population is roughly 223,600 - and is growing faster than the UK National Growth Rate Photo: diy13 - stock.adobe.com

The age range of Peterborough's population is: 17 & under: 26%; 18 to 64: 60%; 65+ 14%

3. Age range of Peterborough population

The age range of Peterborough's population is: 17 & under: 26%; 18 to 64: 60%; 65+ 14% Photo: Alexis Scholtz/peopleimages.com

There are 90,521 dwellings in Peterborough. A total of 1,216 new homes were completed in 2025/26, surpassing the council's government target to deliver 1,043 homes each year

4. Number of homes

There are 90,521 dwellings in Peterborough. A total of 1,216 new homes were completed in 2025/26, surpassing the council's government target to deliver 1,043 homes each year Photo: Roger Ashford

Peterborough Peterborough City Council