Longthorpe, Peterborough, PE3 9NE

Longthorpe is an area of the city of Peterborough, in the ceremonial county of Cambridgeshire, England. It lies approximately two miles (3.2 km) west from the city centre and covers 1,390 acres. The locality is part of the wider ancient parish of Peterborough, alongside the hamlets of Dogsthorpe, Eastfield and Newark, which together formed the rest of the parish. For electoral purposes Longthorpe falls within the Peterborough West ward. The area is overseen by Peterborough City Council, which has historically been involved in local improvement initiatives since the 18th century. Residents benefit from a mix of residential development and open space, with the locality’s size allowing for a range of housing options within a relatively close proximity to the city centre. The postal code PE 3 situates the area firmly within the urban fabric of Peterborough while maintaining its distinct community character.