St Margarets Avenue is in Rushden and in North Northamptonshire district. NN10 9YQ 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 St Margarets Avenue, Rushden, NN10 9YQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN10 9YH, NN10 9ER, NN10 9NP, NN10 9QA, NN10 9EP, NN10 9QB, NN10 9GF, NN10 9GB, NN10 9YG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NN10 9YQ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.4% of the population 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 | 53.8% | 56.4% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 5.4% |
| Male | 46.2% | 43.6% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -5.4% |
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 | 18.1% | 25.4% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 49.2% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 10.7% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 11.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 32.5% | 35.1% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -13.3% |
| Good health | 43.7% | 40.5% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 16.1% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 6.5% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
In the area around NN10 9YQ this area, 34% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.3% | 34% | 0.7% | 18.2% | 15.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 7.6% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 15.2% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 8.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 14.4% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 16.4% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 6.4% | 3.6% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 96.5% | 93.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 5% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.6% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.7% | 76.7% | -6.0% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.3% | 13.5% | 10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Margarets Avenue was 46.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.9% lower than the Higham Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
St Margarets Avenue has the 28th lowest crime rate of 91 local areas in Higham Ferrers and the 412th lowest crime rate of 1,075 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 St Margarets Avenue, Rushden, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2026-03-27 | £185,000 |
| 7 St Margarets Avenue, Rushden, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2025-03-28 | £324,148 |
| 59 St Margarets Avenue, Rushden, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2023-03-31 | £207,106 |
| 27 St Margarets Avenue, Rushden, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-12-16 | £332,294 |
| 45 St Margarets Avenue, Rushden, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-08-26 | £342,414 |
NN10 9YQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NN10 9YQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennyson Road Infant School Highfield Road , NN10 9QD | - not rated | 390 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfred Lord Tennyson School Alfred Street , NN10 9YS | - not rated | 459 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars Primary School Boughton Drive , NN10 9HX | 3out of 4 | 600 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars Junior School Boughton Drive , NN10 9HX | - not rated | 600 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars Primary School Boughton Drive , NN10 9HX | - not rated | 600 yd | Community school | 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 | 319 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Chichele Girls' School Spencer Road , NN10 6AD | - not rated | 1,104 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Rushden Community College Hayway , NN10 6AG | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rushden Community College Specialising in Mathematics and Computing Hayway , NN10 6AG | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushden Academy Hayway , NN10 6AG | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knuston Hall Knuston , NN29 7EU | - not rated | 1,648 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The East Northamptonshire College Queensway , Higham Ferrers NN10 8LF | - not rated | 2,235 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelveston Road School Chelveston Road , NN10 8HN | 3out of 4 | 3,013 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderwood The Chestnuts , 296 Bedford Road NN10 0SE | - not rated | 4,005 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinwick Hall College Hinwick , NN29 7JD | - not rated | 4,939 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizzeria Venezia | 30 Church Street, Rushden | 449 yd | |
| Rushden Cafe | 2 - 2A Church Street, Rushden | 449 yd | |
| ShangHai | 53 High Street, Rushden | 507 yd | |
| Oriental Gourmet | 45B High Street, Rushden | 507 yd | |
| Full Gospel Church/Rushden Night Shelter/Cornerfield Cafe | 60 High Street South, Rushden | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Festive Delights | Masonic Hall, Wellingborough Road | 257 yd | |
| The Pemberton Centre | H E Bates Way, Rushden | 479 yd | |
| The Hopmaster General | Rushden Delivery Office, College Street | 502 yd | |
| The Rose And Crown | 73 High Street, Rushden | 507 yd | |
| Rushden Windmill Club & Snooker Club | The Windmill Club, Glassbrook Road | 507 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza 2 Go | 1 Wellingborough Road, Rushden | 340 yd | |
| Ocean Blue | 2 Wellingborough Road, Rushden | 340 yd | |
| Masala Hut | 3 Wellingborough Road, Rushden | 340 yd | |
| Shek Wu | 140 Wellingborough Road, Rushden | 456 yd | |
| Super Rushden Kebab | 138 Wellingborough Road, Rushden | 456 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 7 High Street, Rushden | 454 yd | |
| Rushden Food Centre | 16 High Street, Rushden | 544 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | 48 - 50 High Street, Rushden | 574 yd | |
| Asda Stores | 161 High Street, Rushden | 706 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Stores, 25 Newton Road | 770 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Corpus Conditioning FITNESS CENTRE FITNESS CENTRE DUCK STREET | health and fitness suite | 414 yd |
| Pemberton Centre H E BATES WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 433 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Rushden) CHURCH STREET | health and fitness suite | 456 yd |
| Splash Leisure Pool STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 646 yd |
| Whitefriars Junior School BOUGHTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Hope Methodist Church Hall (Closed) Park Road | 665 yd | |
| Fit 4 Her LITTLE STREET | health and fitness suite | 899 yd |
| South End Junior School WYMINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Spencer Park SPENCER ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,024 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 | 113.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.