Brooke Close is in Desborough, Kettering and in North Northamptonshire district. NN14 2FJ is located in the Desborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kettering. This postcode has been in use since 2008-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brooke Close, Desborough, Kettering, NN14 2FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN14 2NS, NN14 2SB, NN14 2NT, NN14 2XQ, NN14 2SA, NN14 2QJ, NN14 2QL, NN14 2UN, NN14 2NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NN14 2FJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 53.4% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 46.5% | 46.6% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 NN14 2FJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.5% 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 | 19.3% | 20.1% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -17.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 59.5% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 15.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 8.6% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 9.5% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 36.1% | 37% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 41.6% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 15.2% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.4% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.9% | 1.8% | -3.1% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 25% | 17.5% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.7% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 14.5% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 13% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 28.7% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 7.7% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 4.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.5% | 96.9% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 94.6% | 93.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 92.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 4.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.5% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32% | 37.2% | -5.2% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brooke Close was 82.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.9% higher than the Desborough average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Brooke Close has the 12th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Desborough and the 393rd highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Brooke Close, Kettering, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2019-12-11 | £539,547 |
| 2 Brooke Close, Kettering, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2018-06-19 | £686,981 |
| 6 Brooke Close, Kettering, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2016-02-18 | £727,742 |
| 4 Brooke Close, Kettering, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2012-03-02 | £655,200 |
| 6 Brooke Close, Kettering, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2010-03-19 | £730,141 |
NN14 2FJ 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 NN14 2FJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 135 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havelock Junior School Havelock Street , Desborough NN14 2LU | 3out of 4 | 572 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Havelock Infant School Havelock Street , Desborough NN14 2LU | 4out of 4 | 636 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loatlands Primary School Harrington Road , Desborough NN14 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 844 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell Junior School Gladstone Street , Rothwell NN14 6ER | 3out of 4 | 2,234 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell Victoria Infant School School Lane , Rothwell NN14 6HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,258 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montsaye Academy Greening Road , Rothwell NN14 6BB | 3out of 4 | 1,933 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desborough Indoor Bowls Club Canteen | Desborough (Northants) Indoor Bowling Club, High Street | 445 yd | |
| The R Inn Tapas & Grill | The Ritz And Conferencing Suites, 7-9 Station Road | 534 yd | |
| Desi Spice | 19 Station Road | 573 yd | |
| Revive | 43a Station Road | 588 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | The Oak Tree, 111 High Street | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desborough Services Club | Lower Street | 283 yd | |
| Desborough Conservative Club | Victoria Street | 444 yd | |
| Desborough Indoor Bowls Club | 35 High Street (rear of) | 445 yd | |
| The George | 79 High Street | 445 yd | |
| The Old Works | 31 Victoria Street | 455 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon City | 79 High Street | 445 yd | |
| Chicken N Ting | 11 Station Road | 562 yd | |
| Best Kebab & Pizza | 83 High Street | 565 yd | |
| TA Bros Fish Bar | 85 High Street | 565 yd | |
| J K Peri Peri Grill | 16 Station Road | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Co-operative Society | 2 High Street | 488 yd | |
| Central Co-operative Society | Midlands Co Op Society Ltd, Gladstone Street | 816 yd | |
| Central Cooperative Society Ltd | 113 Braybrooke Road | 846 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Desborough Northants Indoor Bowls Club DESBOROUGH (NORTHANTS) INDOOR BOWLING CLUB DESBOROUGH (NORTHANTS) INDOOR BOWLING CLUB HIGH STREET | indoor bowls | 530 yd |
| Dunkirk Avenue Recreation Ground DUNKIRK AVENUE | grass pitches | 567 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.