Budge Road is in Yardley Gobion, Towcester and in West Northamptonshire district. NN12 7UA is located in the Deanshanger electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Budge Road, Yardley Gobion, Towcester, NN12 7UA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN12 7TP, NN12 7TU, NN12 7TW, NN12 7TT, NN12 7TR, NN12 7UG, NN12 7TS, NN12 7TL, NN12 7TN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN12 7UA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.2% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.8% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 NN12 7UA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% 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 | 24.2% | 25.8% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 53.6% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 9.9% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 7.5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 48.6% | 37.2% | -11.4% | 48.4% | -11.2% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 41.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 17.1% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.5% | 22.2% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 16.7% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 12.7% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 7.5% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 19% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 19% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 99.3% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 96.9% | 97.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Budge Road was 30.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.6% lower than the Bugbrooke average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Budge Road has the 46th lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Bugbrooke and the 344th lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Budge Road, Towcester, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2025-06-26 | £335,280 |
| 6 Budge Road, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 1996-12-06 | £359,192 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yardley Gobion Church of England Primary School School Lane , Yardley Gobion NN12 7UL | 3out of 4 | 332 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Hellins Primary School Brownswood Drive , Potterspury NN12 7PG | 4out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cosgrove Village Primary School 3 Bridge Road , MK19 7JH | 3out of 4 | 3,437 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlethorpe First School Castlethorpe , MK19 7EW | 4out of 4 | 3,697 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Stratford Primary School Willow Grove , Old Stratford MK19 6AZ | 3out of 4 | 4,043 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Woodville School Stratford Road , Deanshanger MK19 6HN | 2out of 4 | 5,378 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Potterspury Lodge School Potterspury Lodge , NN12 7LL | - not rated | 2,143 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Pot | 30 High Street, Yardley Gobion | 201 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee Pot Recreation Ground (Closed) High Street | grass pitches | 177 yd |
| Yardley Gobion Recreation Ground School Lane | grass pitches | 581 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.