The Crescent is in Kettering and in North Northamptonshire district. NN15 7HW 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 The Crescent, Kettering, NN15 7HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN15 7HL, NN15 7HY, NN15 7HR, NN15 7ET, NN15 7HJ, NN15 7EU, NN15 7ES, NN15 7HP, NN15 6DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN15 7HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.7% | 51.5% | -4.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 44.3% | 48.5% | 4.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NN15 7HW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.3% | 42.1% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.4% | 29.7% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -14.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 3.5% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 12% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 21.4% | 10.4% | -11.0% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 34.5% | 47.1% | 12.6% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 30.7% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 25.5% | 13.6% | -11.9% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 7% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 40.1% | 23.7% | -16.4% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 11.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 11.4% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.7% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 10.4% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 33.5% | 18.0% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 6.4% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 3.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 94.2% | 81.1% | -13.1% | 81.4% | -0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 78.3% 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 | 92.8% | 78.3% | -14.5% | 83.2% | -4.9% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 7.5% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 2% | 5.9% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 3.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 77.9% | -14.0% | 83.2% | -5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 8.5% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 6.9% | 1.1% | 1.9% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.3% | 76.7% | -12.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North Africa | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 200.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.5% higher than the Clover Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Crescent has the 22nd highest crime rate of 129 local areas in Clover Hill and the 84th highest crime rate of 1,076 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 85.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 16 Foxton Court The Crescent, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-12-20 | £134,291 |
| 50 The Crescent, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-10-21 | £296,468 |
| 44 The Crescent, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £281,500 | 2022-07-29 | £290,414 |
| 25 The Crescent, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2021-12-03 | £422,389 |
| 58 The Crescent, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2021-09-24 | £398,341 |
NN15 7HW 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 | 109 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| 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 | 2,202 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 | 3out of 4 | 363 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorn Community Primary School Hawthorn Road , NN15 7HT | - not rated | 363 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Northampton Road , NN15 7JZ | - not rated | 793 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School St Thomas More Catholic Primary , Northampton Road NN15 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields Community Primary School Highfield Road , NN15 6HY | - not rated | 903 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Stopford School Headlands , NN15 6BJ | - not rated | 852 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Stopford School Headlands , NN15 6BJ | - not rated | 852 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfield School for Girls Lewis Road , NN15 6HE | - not rated | 1,157 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Southfield School for Girls Lewis Road , NN15 6HE | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Kettering School for Boys Windmill Avenue , NN15 6PH | - not rated | 1,449 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tresham College of Further and Higher Education Windmill Avenue , NN15 6ER | - not rated | 1,422 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering Buccleuch Academy Weekley Glebe Road , NN16 9NS | 3out of 4 | 2,719 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 , Kettering NN15 6DJ | - not rated | 223 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lavender Group Homes School 9 Lavender House , Kettonby Gardens NN15 6BT | - not rated | 437 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Convent School Hall Lane , NN15 7LJ | - not rated | 810 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Spinney Community Special School Westover Road , Off Westhill Drive NN15 7LB | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Spinney School Westover Road , Off Westhill Drive NN15 7LB | 4out of 4 | 1,287 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pumpkin | Railway Station, Station Road | 181 yd | |
| Rocky's Gelato | 4 Sheep Street | 465 yd | |
| The Blitz Tearoom And Jazz Lounge | The Coach House, Sheep Street | 485 yd | |
| Kafe Bloc | 7-8 Piccadilly Buildings, Sheep Street | 486 yd | |
| Red Rose | 1 George Street | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering Town Cricket & Sports Club | Northampton Road | 291 yd | |
| Argyll Club | 8 Argyll Street | 396 yd | |
| Kettering Lodge Bowling Club | Kettering Recreational Centre, 15 Northampton Road | 430 yd | |
| The Old Market Inn | The Old Market Inn, 17 Market Place | 573 yd | |
| The Wine Room Kettering | The Yards, First Floor, Unit TF1A and TF!B, 10 Market Street | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Takeaway | 35 Broadway | 404 yd | |
| Mystic Diner | 13-13a Market Place | 617 yd | |
| Subway | 15-17 High Street | 743 yd | |
| T Junction | 13 Market Street | 755 yd | |
| Spaghetti Rock | Unit 13, The Yards, 10 Market Street | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | London Road | 475 yd | |
| Kettering Convenience Store | 196 London Road | 898 yd | |
| Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Limited | Lower Street | 992 yd | |
| Kettering Market Ltd | 8-10 Montagu Street | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Peter'S School HEADLANDS | grass pitches | 222 yd |
| Kettering Town Cricket And Sports Club Northampton Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 292 yd |
| Kettering Lodge Bowling Club KETTERING LODGE BOWLING CLUB KETTERING LODGE BOWLING CLUB NORTHAMPTON ROAD | indoor bowls | 332 yd |
| Northampton Road Recreation Ground GREENHILL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 486 yd |
| Kettering Swimming Pool LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 520 yd |
| Kettering Pitch And Track THURSTON DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks | 524 yd |
| Balance Health Club (Kettering) KETTERING LEISURE VILLAGE KETTERING LEISURE VILLAGE THURSTON DRIVE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 746 yd |
| Arena Sports (National Volleyball Centre) KETTERING LEISURE VILLAGE KETTERING LEISURE VILLAGE THURSTON DRIVE | squash courts | 746 yd |
| Bishop Stopford School HEADLANDS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 856 yd |
| Bodyshapers Gym & Health Studio SCHOOL LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,025 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 | 61 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.