High Street is in Wymington, Rushden and in Bedford district. NN10 9LS is located in the Harrold electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Wymington, Rushden, NN10 9LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN10 9LP, NN10 9PT, NN10 9LW, NN10 9NQ, NN10 9LX, NN10 9FG, NN10 9LR, NN10 9LL, NN10 9LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NN10 9LS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 52.8% | 52.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 47.2% | 47.2% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 25.5% | 40.2% | 14.7% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 38.4% | -11.4% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 10.9% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 48.5% | 42.8% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 37.5% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 15% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 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.
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 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.8% | 17.3% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 14.7% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 20.8% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.4% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 13% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 22.9% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 6.8% | 3.9% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.7% | 94.1% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 91.5% | 91.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 91% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 22.2% | 13.5% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.4% | 37.2% | 10.2% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 70.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 160.8% higher than the Bromham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bromham and the 217th highest crime rate of 543 local areas in Bedford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 High Street, Rushden, Bedford Other, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-11-28 | £366,552 |
| 32A High Street, Rushden, Bedford Other, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-11-28 | £366,552 |
| 19 High Street, Rushden, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-03-04 | £218,372 |
| 9 High Street, Rushden, Bedford Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-11-18 | £285,252 |
| 18 High Street, Rushden, Bedford Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,500 | 2021-10-22 | £228,198 |
NN10 9LS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lawrence Church of England Primary School Manor Lane , Wymington NN10 9LL | 3out of 4 | 178 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South End Junior School Wymington Road , NN10 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South End Infant School Wymington Road , NN10 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,664 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushden Primary Academy Goulsbra Road , NN10 0YX | 3out of 4 | 1,845 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars Primary School Boughton Drive , NN10 9HX | 3out of 4 | 1,989 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pemberton Boys' School Highfield Road , NN10 9QD | - not rated | 2,522 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Chichele Girls' School Spencer Road , NN10 6AD | - not rated | 3,491 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Rushden Community College Hayway , NN10 6AG | - not rated | 3,610 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rushden Community College Specialising in Mathematics and Computing Hayway , NN10 6AG | - not rated | 3,610 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushden Academy Hayway , NN10 6AG | 3out of 4 | 3,610 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderwood The Chestnuts , 296 Bedford Road NN10 0SE | - not rated | 2,324 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knuston Hall Knuston , NN29 7EU | - not rated | 2,715 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinwick Hall College Hinwick , NN29 7JD | - not rated | 3,154 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The East Northamptonshire College Queensway , Higham Ferrers NN10 8LF | - not rated | 4,372 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelveston Road School Chelveston Road , NN10 8HN | 3out of 4 | 5,157 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| 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 | 70.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 37.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.