Druce End is in Yardley Gobion, Towcester and in West Northamptonshire district. NN12 7XG is located in the Deanshanger electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Druce End, Yardley Gobion, Towcester, NN12 7XG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN12 7TY, NN12 7UB, NN12 7TS, NN12 7TL, NN12 7UW, NN12 7TR, NN12 7UG, NN12 7UP, NN12 7UN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN12 7XG has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 48.3% | 48% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 51.7% | 52% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 7XG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 25.3% | 26.3% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 53.3% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 12.7% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 48.8% | 48.7% | -0.1% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 35.7% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 12% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.5% | 11.6% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 10% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 13.5% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.1% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.6% | 40.9% | 1.3% | 33.8% | 7.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.5% | 94.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 93.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.9% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Druce End was 31.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.7% lower than the Bugbrooke average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Druce End has the 49th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Bugbrooke and the 363rd lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Druce End, Towcester, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,500 | 2006-11-10 | £346,213 |
| 7 Druce End, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £191,000 | 2005-11-04 | £352,243 |
| 7 Druce End, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £187,950 | 2003-06-30 | £401,118 |
| 1 Druce End, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2001-11-30 | £368,538 |
| 5 Druce End, Towcester, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2000-12-20 | £422,084 |
NN12 7XG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NN12 7XG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 193 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Hellins Primary School Brownswood Drive , Potterspury NN12 7PG | 4out of 4 | 1,872 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cosgrove Village Primary School 3 Bridge Road , MK19 7JH | 3out of 4 | 3,765 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlethorpe First School Castlethorpe , MK19 7EW | 4out of 4 | 3,933 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Stratford Primary School Willow Grove , Old Stratford MK19 6AZ | 3out of 4 | 4,353 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,903 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 | 338 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yardley Gobion Recreation Ground School Lane | grass pitches | 373 yd |
| Coffee Pot Recreation Ground (Closed) High Street | grass pitches | 450 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 | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.