Paddock Lane is in Desborough, Kettering and in North Northamptonshire district. NN14 2LZ is located in the Desborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kettering. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paddock Lane, Desborough, Kettering, NN14 2LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN14 2PL, NN14 2UB, NN14 2LY, NN14 2LX, NN14 2NA, NN14 2NP, NN14 2RH, NN14 2PQ, NN14 2NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN14 2LZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50.4% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.6% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 27.9% | 37% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.6% | 35.6% | -9.0% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 2.3% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 16.4% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 8.7% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 37.8% | 44.9% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 43.7% | 39.6% | -4.1% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 13% | 8.7% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.7% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.7% | 25% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 12.7% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 18.2% | 4.7% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.4% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 12.3% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 22.3% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 96.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.8% | 95.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.2% | 76.7% | -4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 38% | 46.2% | -8.2% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paddock Lane was 109.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.7% higher than the Desborough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Paddock Lane has the 6th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Desborough and the 256th highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Paddock Lane, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-03-29 | £103,943 |
| 48A Paddock Lane, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2023-03-29 | £102,904 |
| 48 Paddock Lane, Kettering, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-07-30 | £203,636 |
| St. John Ambulance Paddock Lane, Kettering, Northamptonshire Other, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2016-09-05 | £129,934 |
| 63 Paddock Lane, Kettering, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2011-12-19 | £141,113 |
NN14 2LZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havelock Junior School Havelock Street , Desborough NN14 2LU | 3out of 4 | 260 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Havelock Infant School Havelock Street , Desborough NN14 2LU | 4out of 4 | 292 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loatlands Primary School Harrington Road , Desborough NN14 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 739 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell Junior School Gladstone Street , Rothwell NN14 6ER | 3out of 4 | 2,445 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell Victoria Infant School School Lane , Rothwell NN14 6HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,489 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 | 2,224 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 | 160 yd | |
| The R Inn Tapas & Grill | The Ritz And Conferencing Suites, 7-9 Station Road | 209 yd | |
| Desi Spice | 19 Station Road | 238 yd | |
| Revive | 43a Station Road | 246 yd | |
| Wendy-Lou's Tearoom | 54 Station Road | 310 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desborough Conservative Club | Victoria Street | 103 yd | |
| The Old Works | 31 Victoria Street | 104 yd | |
| Desborough Indoor Bowls Club | 35 High Street (rear of) | 160 yd | |
| The George | 79 High Street | 161 yd | |
| Desborough Services Club | Lower Street | 182 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon City | 79 High Street | 161 yd | |
| Chicken N Ting | 11 Station Road | 234 yd | |
| J K Peri Peri Grill | 16 Station Road | 246 yd | |
| Pizza Plus Desborough | 25 Station Road | 246 yd | |
| Best Kebab & Pizza | 83 High Street | 279 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Co-operative Society | 2 High Street | 234 yd | |
| Central Co-operative Society | Midlands Co Op Society Ltd, Gladstone Street | 464 yd | |
| Central Cooperative Society Ltd | 113 Braybrooke Road | 658 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 | 169 yd |
| Dunkirk Avenue Recreation Ground DUNKIRK AVENUE | grass pitches | 320 yd |
| Desborough Leisure Centre IRONWOOD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 788 yd |
| Desborough Town F.C. HILLTOP CLOSE | grass pitches | 952 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 | 84.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.2% |
| 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 | 250 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.