Swans Way is in Higham Ferrers, Rushden and in North Northamptonshire district. NN10 8NF is located in the Higham Ferrers electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wellingborough. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swans Way, Higham Ferrers, Rushden, NN10 8NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN10 8NE, NN10 8JQ, NN10 8PR, NN10 8BF, NN10 8LL, NN10 8LW, NN10 8JG, NN10 8LE, NN10 8ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN10 8NF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 49.1% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 51.8% | 50.9% | -0.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NN10 8NF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.7% | 26.2% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.1% | 60.3% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 16.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.8% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.6% | 61% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 12.6% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 31.4% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 6.7% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.6% | 11% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 9.7% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.8% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.8% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 18.2% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 36.4% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 4.9% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.3% | 88.7% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 97.9% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swans Way was 82.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.4% lower than the Higham Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swans Way has the 40th highest crime rate of 91 local areas in Higham Ferrers and the 390th highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 128.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Swans Way, Rushden, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £606,000 | 2021-02-05 | £725,605 |
| 9 Swans Way, Rushden, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2020-06-09 | £836,201 |
| 3 Swans Way, Rushden, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2016-07-01 | £784,808 |
| 5 Swans Way, Rushden, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2016-06-17 | £782,031 |
| 3 Swans Way, Rushden, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2013-03-28 | £806,948 |
NN10 8NF 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Chichele Primary School School Lane , NN10 8NQ | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Higham Ferrers Nursery and Infant School Wharf Road , Higham Ferrers NN10 8BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,271 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Higham Ferrers Junior School Saffron Road , Higham Ferrers NN10 8ED | 3out of 4 | 1,300 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School Scarborough Street , Irthlingborough NN9 5TT | 3out of 4 | 1,957 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Irthlingborough Junior School College Street , Irthlingborough NN9 5TX | 2out of 4 | 1,982 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ferrers School Queensway , Higham Ferrers NN10 8LF | 1out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushden Academy Hayway , NN10 6AG | 1out of 4 | 2,417 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Huxlow Science College Finedon Road , Irthlingborough NN9 5TY | 3out of 4 | 2,540 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 | 1,193 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Barne Ltd. | 2 College Street, Higham Ferrers | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higham Ferrers Town Bowls Club | Vine Hill Drive, Higham Ferrers | 1,081 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 | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.