London Road is in Kettering and in North Northamptonshire district. NN15 6DU is located in the Wicksteed electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kettering. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about London Road, Kettering, NN15 6DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN15 6DW, NN15 6NS, NN15 6DR, NN15 6DY, NN15 6DZ, NN15 6FE, NN15 6NQ, NN15 6DX, NN15 6EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN15 6DU has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.6% | 50% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 32.9% | 35.1% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 43.8% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 12.8% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5.8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 42.2% | 38.4% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 42.9% | 44.9% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 11.3% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 19.7% | 16.4% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 11.5% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.4% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 15.2% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 30.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.4% | 92.2% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 88% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 88% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 5.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 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 | 90.2% | 87.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 1% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Italy | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Road was 110.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.1% lower than the Northall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
London Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Northall and the 250th highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 165.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 248 London Road, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2022-11-04 | £218,145 |
| 254 London Road, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-05-16 | £270,754 |
| 268 London Road, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2021-06-18 | £195,090 |
| 252 London Road, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-02-04 | £237,086 |
| 258 London Road, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-01-21 | £253,191 |
NN15 6DU 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald Tree Nursery School Laburnum Crescent , NN16 9PH | 3out of 4 | 2,124 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorn Community Primary School Hawthorn Road , NN15 7HT | 2out of 4 | 550 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields Primary School and Nursery Highfield Road , NN15 6HY | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Catholic Primary School Eastleigh Road , NN15 6PT | 2out of 4 | 777 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Primary Academy Windmill Avenue , NN15 7EA | 2out of 4 | 975 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Fuller Street , NN16 0JH | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southfield School for Girls Lewis Road , NN15 6HE | 3out of 4 | 401 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bishop Stopford School Headlands , NN15 6BJ | 4out of 4 | 821 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettering Science Academy Deeble Road , NN15 7AA | 2out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Latimer Arts College Castle Way , Barton Seagrave NN15 6SW | 3out of 4 | 2,144 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering Buccleuch Academy Weekley Glebe Road , NN16 9NS | 2out of 4 | 2,742 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's School 52 Headlands , NN15 6DJ | - not rated | 737 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Isebrook School Eastleigh Road , NN15 6PT | 3out of 4 | 857 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsley Special Academy Churchill Way , NN15 5DP | 4out of 4 | 1,601 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Youth Works Community College Keystone Centre , 97 Rockingham Road NN16 9HX | - not rated | 2,071 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Spinney Community School Westover Road , Off Westhill Drive NN15 7LB | 4out of 4 | 2,179 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guiding Light Wellbeing Centre | 42 London Road | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wayfarers | Wayfarers Inn, 296 London Road | 139 yd | |
| Kettering Rugby Football Club | Kettering Rugby Club, Waverley Road | 372 yd | |
| Argyll Club | 8 Argyll Street | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Bay Fish and Chips Ltd | Unit 2, 196 London Road | 136 yd | |
| M D's Fish Bar | 147 London Road | 145 yd | |
| Little Sandwich Shop | 236 Windmill Avenue | 594 yd | |
| Atlantis Fish Bar | 234 Windmill Avenue | 594 yd | |
| Ocean Takeaway | 35 Broadway | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering Convenience Store | 196 London Road | 136 yd | |
| Tesco Express | London Road | 797 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southfield School LEWIS ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 356 yd |
| Kettering Rugby Football Club THE CLUBHOUSE THE CLUBHOUSE WAVERLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Tresham College (Kettering Campus) WINDMILL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 401 yd |
| St Peter'S School HEADLANDS | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Ise Logge Tennis Courts DURNESS CLOSE | tennis courts | 888 yd |
| Bishop Stopford School HEADLANDS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 894 yd |
| Kettering Science Academy DEEBLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 976 yd |
| Kettering Swimming Pool LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,020 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 | 95.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.8% |
| 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 | 58.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.