Moving to March (PE15)

Cambridgeshire · Fenland

Planning a move to PE15? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the March area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to March. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in March

Based on 627 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in PE15 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£235,000
Average Price (all types)£254,101

By Property Type

Detached£300,000 (310 sales)
Semi-Detached£220,250 (148 sales)
Terraced£175,000 (129 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£112,500 (19 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in March

Crime levels in March are broadly in line with the national average for a UK postcode district, which is typical of well-populated areas with good amenities and transport links.

PE15 Total Crimes (13 months)2,976
National Average per District2,628
vs National AverageNear average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,280 (38% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour514 (21% above avg)
Public Order139 (23% below avg)
Vehicle Crime86 (35% below avg)
Shoplifting79 (64% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson245 (28% above avg)
Burglary97 (near avg)
Other Theft211 (21% above avg)
Drugs81 (13% below avg)
Robbery12 (67% below avg)
Theft from Person10 (80% below avg)
Bicycle Theft30 (30% above avg)
Possession of Weapons38 (46% above avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in March

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In March, council tax is managed by Fenland. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1691.83
B£40,001 – £52,000£1973.80
C£52,001 – £68,000£2255.77
D£68,001 – £88,000£2537.74
E£88,001 – £120,000£3101.68
F£120,001 – £160,000£3665.62
G£160,001 – £320,000£4229.57
H£320,001+£5075.48

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near March

63.3 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the PE15 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)22

Green Spaces in March

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in PE15 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

86% of residential postcodes in PE15 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in March

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the PE15 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in March

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for PE15 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

34.1 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the PE15 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)91.4%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)74.4%
Gigabit capable74.4%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.5%

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Energy Performance in March

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for PE15 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score69
Total rated properties8025

Homes in PE15 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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