The Woodlands is in Silverstone, Towcester and in West Northamptonshire district. NN12 8TS is located in the Silverstone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Woodlands, Silverstone, Towcester, NN12 8TS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN12 8UX, NN12 8TZ, NN12 8TP, NN12 8WD, NN12 8UQ, NN12 8UL, NN12 8UA, NN12 8DL, NN12 8ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN12 8TS 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 | 48.6% | 51.9% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.4% | 48.1% | -3.3% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NN12 8TS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.9% 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 | 23.6% | 26.5% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 55.9% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 11.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 8.4% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 55.5% | 55.6% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 7.2% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 32.9% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 10.3% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 14% | 10.8% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 8.6% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 12.2% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 5.1% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 20.3% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.2% | 39.5% | 1.3% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.7% | 96.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 95.4% | 92.7% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 92.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.9% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.4% | 13.5% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Woodlands was 124.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 223.6% higher than the Silverstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Woodlands has the highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Silverstone and the 232nd highest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.3%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Woodlands, Towcester, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £647,000 | 2023-09-08 | £671,403 |
| 1 The Woodlands, Towcester, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £638,000 | 2023-08-09 | £664,774 |
| 4 The Woodlands, Towcester, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2022-05-25 | £569,658 |
| 7 The Woodlands, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2020-12-04 | £581,050 |
| 5 The Woodlands, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2018-05-25 | £664,964 |
NN12 8TS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 8TS 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 | 127 |
| Retired | 97 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 46 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 28 |
| Education | 25 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverstone Church of England Primary School Towcester Road , Silverstone NN12 8UB | 3out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittlebury Church of England Primary School High Street , Whittlebury NN12 8XH | 3out of 4 | 2,968 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Syresham St James CofE Primary School and Nursery High Street , Syresham NN13 5HL | 3out of 4 | 4,417 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School Balmoral Close , NN12 6JA | 3out of 4 | 5,422 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverstone UTC Silverstone Circuit , NN12 8TL | 3out of 4 | 1,646 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Track Education Silverstone Pitts Farm , Towcester Road NN12 8UB | - not rated | 2,045 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverstone Community Cafe | Silverstone Methodist Church, Murswell Lane | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverstone Recreation Assoc. | Silverstone Recreation Centre, Church Street | 634 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Silverstone Village Playing Field SILVERSTONE RECREATION CENTRE SILVERSTONE RECREATION CENTRE CHURCH STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 844 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 154.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 400 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 400 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 146 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 400 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.