Barker Close is in Rushden and in North Northamptonshire district. NN10 0EJ is located in the Rushden South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wellingborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barker Close, Rushden, NN10 0EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN10 0EX, NN10 0HA, NN10 0DL, NN10 0DJ, NN10 0DE, NN10 0EH, NN10 0HF, NN10 0DN, NN10 0DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NN10 0EJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 52.9% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 50.4% | 47.1% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 34.3% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 40% | -12.6% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 12.5% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 10.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.9% | 37.3% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 38.2% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 19.1% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.2% | 24.6% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.1% | 15.5% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 14.8% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.2% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 17% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 18.2% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 90.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 90.5% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 5.4% | 4.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 90.5% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.6% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.5% | 37.2% | 9.3% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barker Close was 69.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.9% lower than the Higham Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barker Close has the 46th lowest crime rate of 91 local areas in Higham Ferrers and the 460th highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Barker Close, Rushden, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2024-03-28 | £315,126 |
| 11 Barker Close, Rushden, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-11-21 | £294,320 |
| 23 Barker Close, Rushden, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £274,000 | 2021-11-30 | £301,069 |
| 9 Barker Close, Rushden, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £209,995 | 2019-05-30 | £273,047 |
| 25 Barker Close, Rushden, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2018-11-16 | £237,250 |
NN10 0EJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfred Street Junior School, Rushden Alfred Street , NN10 9YS | 2out of 4 | 280 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denfield Park Primary School Victoria Road , NN10 0DA | 3out of 4 | 395 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Road School Newton Road , NN10 0HH | 1out of 4 | 475 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tennyson Road Infant School Highfield Road , NN10 9QD | 2out of 4 | 1,027 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South End Infant School Wymington Road , NN10 9JU | 4out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushden Academy Hayway , NN10 6AG | 1out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ferrers School Queensway , Higham Ferrers NN10 8LF | 1out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huxlow Science College Finedon Road , Irthlingborough NN9 5TY | 3out of 4 | 4,980 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelveston Road School Chelveston Road , | - not rated | 2,416 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wishbones | 62 High Street, Rushden | 272 yd | |
| ShangHai | 53 High Street, Rushden | 304 yd | |
| Oriental Gourmet | 45B High Street, Rushden | 304 yd | |
| 4 Seasons Cafe | 2 Hamblin Court, Rushden | 332 yd | |
| Cafe Bangla | 86 High Street, Rushden | 357 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VII | 158 Queen Street, Rushden | 213 yd | |
| Rushden Athletic Club & Institute | Rushden Athletic Club, 61 Newton Road | 276 yd | |
| The Rose And Crown | 73 High Street, Rushden | 304 yd | |
| The Hopmaster General | Rushden Delivery Office, College Street | 362 yd | |
| Rushden Working Mens Club | 28 Griffith Street, Rushden | 400 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab Express | 56A High Street, Rushden | 272 yd | |
| Miam | 78 High Street, Rushden | 331 yd | |
| Mamma Mia | 80 High Street, Rushden | 357 yd | |
| Evergreen Fish Bar | Evergreen, Hayden Road | 360 yd | |
| Lord Chippy And Kebab | 129 High Street, Rushden | 370 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Stores, 25 Newton Road | 179 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | 48 - 50 High Street, Rushden | 272 yd | |
| Rushden Food Centre | 16 High Street, Rushden | 274 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 High Street, Rushden | 378 yd | |
| Asda Stores | 161 High Street, Rushden | 475 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Methodist Church Hall (Closed) Park Road | 350 yd | |
| Anytime Fitness (Rushden) CHURCH STREET | health and fitness suite | 370 yd |
| Corpus Conditioning FITNESS CENTRE FITNESS CENTRE DUCK STREET | health and fitness suite | 491 yd |
| Hayden Road Hayden Road | grass pitches | 502 yd |
| Splash Leisure Pool STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 562 yd |
| Rushden Town Cricket Club CRICKET CLUB CRICKET CLUB SHORT STOCKS | grass pitches | 582 yd |
| Fit 4 Her LITTLE STREET | health and fitness suite | 687 yd |
| Spencer Park SPENCER ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 987 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.