Wadd Close Lane is in Whilton, Daventry and in West Northamptonshire district. NN11 5SJ is located in the Long Buckby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Daventry. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wadd Close Lane, Whilton, Daventry, NN11 5SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN11 2SJ, NN11 5NN, NN11 2NR, NN11 2UH, NN11 2NU, NN11 2NN, NN11 2NS, NN11 2NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN11 5SJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 50.6% | 47.7% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 49.4% | 52.3% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 NN11 5SJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 22.1% | 23.8% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.7% | 54.9% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 11.9% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) 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 | 51.7% | 46.9% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 38.3% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 11.9% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 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.
In the area around NN11 5SJ this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.7% | 9.8% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 14.9% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 18.1% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 38.4% | 0.5% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.4% | 98% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 93.4% | 93.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 93.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 1% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.4% | 37.2% | -5.8% |
| Christian | 59.1% | 46.2% | 12.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wadd Close Lane was 42.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.0% lower than the Daventry East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wadd Close Lane has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 73 local areas in Daventry East and the 515th lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry House, 4 Wadd Close Lane, Daventry, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 1997-06-27 | £832,019 |
NN11 5SJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NN11 5SJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Buckby Junior School South Close , Long Buckby NN6 7PX | 3out of 4 | 2,747 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brington Primary School Little Brington , NN7 4HX | 3out of 4 | 2,984 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Buckby Infant School High Street , Long Buckby NN6 7RE | 3out of 4 | 3,186 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Haddon Church of England Primary School Church Lane , East Haddon NN6 8DB | 4out of 4 | 4,918 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Flore Church of England Primary School The Avenue , Flore NN7 4LZ | 3out of 4 | 5,312 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.