Lime Close is in Broughton, Kettering and in North Northamptonshire district. NN14 1NN is located in the Burton and Broughton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kettering. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lime Close, Broughton, Kettering, NN14 1NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN14 1NH, NN14 1NU, NN14 1NE, NN14 1PD, NN14 1TY, NN14 1SJ, NN14 1LU, NN14 1PW, NN14 1PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN14 1NN 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 | 51.5% | 50.2% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.8% | 1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.5% | 27.1% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 50.5% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 8.3% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 9.6% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 39.1% | 33.7% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -14.7% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 37.9% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 19.9% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 8% | 8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 29.4% | 24.1% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 12.3% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.5% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 8.2% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 11.8% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 24.5% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.6% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.1% | 97.7% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
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 | 96.7% | 93.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 93.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lime Close was 56.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.7% lower than the Burton and Broughton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lime Close has the 27th highest crime rate of 81 local areas in Burton and Broughton and the 528th lowest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Lime Close, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-08-21 | £229,604 |
| 4 Lime Close, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2021-01-19 | £204,851 |
| 2 Lime Close, Kettering, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £283,500 | 2017-12-01 | £386,523 |
| 8 Lime Close, Kettering, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2016-08-12 | £244,546 |
| 21 Lime Close, Kettering, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2012-04-04 | £249,018 |
NN14 1NN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NN14 1NN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton Primary School Cransley Hill , Broughton NN14 1NB | 3out of 4 | 468 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pytchley Endowed Church of England Primary School High Street , Pytchley NN14 1EN | 3out of 4 | 2,773 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mawsley Primary School Scholars Row , Mawsley NN14 1GZ | 2out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Meadow Primary School Packer Road , Lake Avenue NN15 7RP | 4out of 4 | 3,150 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loddington CofE (VA) Primary School Main Street , Loddington NN14 1LA | 3out of 4 | 3,793 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Stopford School Headlands , NN15 6BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,906 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfield School for Girls Lewis Road , NN15 6HE | 3out of 4 | 4,605 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wren Spinney Community School Westover Road , Off Westhill Drive NN15 7LB | 4out of 4 | 3,853 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 52 Headlands , NN15 6DJ | - not rated | 4,161 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Isebrook School Eastleigh Road , NN15 6PT | 3out of 4 | 5,375 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Youth Works Community College Keystone Centre , 97 Rockingham Road NN16 9HX | - not rated | 5,413 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton & Cransley WMC | 27 High Street | 373 yd | |
| Red Lion | Red Lion Inn, 7 High Street | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton Fish and Chips | 19a High Street | 324 yd | |
| Best Plaice | 1 Northampton Road | 331 yd | |
| Far East | 80 High Street | 460 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broughton Recreation Ground SPINNEY LODGE SPINNEY LODGE GATE LANE | grass pitches | 476 yd |
| Broughton Primary School CRANSLEY HILL | grass pitches | 577 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| 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 | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.