[2] In 2015, a public poll selected Peepers as one of ten albums to be reissued as part of The Leaf Label's 20th anniversary celebrations.

Having been out of print for some time, a limited edition run of 700 copies was made available to fans via the PledgeMusic service before being introduced in shops in early 2016.

[3] Peepers received positive reviews and was noted for its decidedly different sound compared to Polar Bear's earlier records.

[9] The Guardian awarded the album 4 stars, complimenting the "freshness" given to the music by Rochford's choice of recording and rehearsal techniques.

[5] Drowned in Sound write that "even at their most gesticulating or achingly smooth, their music is vivid – there’s rarely a moment that goes by that doesn't goad you into thought".