Gordon Street is in Rushden and in North Northamptonshire district. NN10 9XL is located in the Rushden Pemberton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wellingborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gordon Street, Rushden, NN10 9XL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN10 9FE, NN10 9XE, NN10 9XT, NN10 9FF, NN10 9XH, NN10 9XR, NN10 9XD, NN10 9XN, NN10 9XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN10 9XL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.9% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.1% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 42.9% | 41.7% | -1.2% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.5% | 35.7% | 4.2% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 14.9% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 3.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 48.1% | 44.2% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 36.7% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12.9% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| 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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.2% | 22.4% | 1.2% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.7% | 17.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 8.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 12.5% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 4.7% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 18.1% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 22% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 93.2% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 85.4% | -10.5% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 9.5% | 8.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 85.4% | -8.4% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 10.8% | 9.6% | 9.8% | 1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59% | 37.2% | 21.8% |
| Christian | 28.5% | 46.2% | -17.7% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gordon Street was 131.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.6% higher than the Higham Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gordon Street has the 17th highest crime rate of 91 local areas in Higham Ferrers and the 188th highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Gordon Street, Rushden, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-04-28 | £206,811 |
| 12 Gordon Street, Rushden, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-03-23 | £203,020 |
| 4 Gordon Street, Rushden, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2018-03-07 | £226,596 |
| 1 Gordon Street, Rushden, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2015-02-19 | £281,852 |
| 14 Gordon Street, Rushden, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £104,995 | 2013-03-21 | £203,098 |
NN10 9XL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennyson Road Infant School Highfield Road , NN10 9QD | 2out of 4 | 568 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfred Street Junior School, Rushden Alfred Street , NN10 9YS | 2out of 4 | 1,055 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars Primary School Boughton Drive , NN10 9HX | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denfield Park Primary School Victoria Road , NN10 0DA | 3out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South End Infant School Wymington Road , NN10 9JU | 4out of 4 | 1,742 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 | 812 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ferrers School Queensway , Higham Ferrers NN10 8LF | 1out of 4 | 2,244 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huxlow Science College Finedon Road , Irthlingborough NN9 5TY | 3out of 4 | 4,411 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 | 2,974 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinwick Hall College Hinwick , NN29 7JD | - not rated | 5,292 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflatapark Ltd | Unit 6, Brindley Close | 877 yd | |
| Wok Inn | 134 High Street, Rushden | 912 yd | |
| Cafe Bangla | 86 High Street, Rushden | 943 yd | |
| White Arches Caravans | Wellingborough Road, Rushden | 963 yd | |
| 4 Seasons Cafe | 2 Hamblin Court, Rushden | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rushden Windmill Club & Snooker Club | The Windmill Club, Glassbrook Road | 271 yd | |
| The Pemberton Centre | H E Bates Way, Rushden | 337 yd | |
| Rushden Town Band Club | 76 Station Road, Rushden | 659 yd | |
| The Welcome Inn | Irchester Road, Rushden | 714 yd | |
| Festive Delights | Masonic Hall, Wellingborough Road | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Of Life | 169 Wellingborough Road, Rushden | 199 yd | |
| Deb's Fish Bar | 172 Wellingborough Road, Rushden | 320 yd | |
| The Cod House | Rear Of, 80 Irchester Road | 322 yd | |
| New China Town | 178 Wellingborough Road, Rushden | 326 yd | |
| Welcome Precious | 80 Moor Road, Rushden | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Store, Brindley Close | 827 yd | |
| Asda Stores | 161 High Street, Rushden | 880 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd. | Petrol Filling Station, Higham Road | 958 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | 48 - 50 High Street, Rushden | 1,020 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 High Street, Rushden | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pemberton Centre H E BATES WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 390 yd |
| Spencer Park SPENCER ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 719 yd |
| Splash Leisure Pool STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 770 yd |
| Rushden Academy HAYWAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 777 yd |
| Corpus Conditioning FITNESS CENTRE FITNESS CENTRE DUCK STREET | health and fitness suite | 809 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Rushden) CHURCH STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,070 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.