Crescent West is in Kettering and in North Northamptonshire district. NN16 8AB is located in the Northall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kettering. This postcode has been in use since 2008-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crescent West, Kettering, NN16 8AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN16 8FE, NN16 8DN, NN16 8EA, NN16 8EB, NN16 8DL, NN16 8UH, NN16 8DE, NN16 8ED, NN16 8DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NN16 8AB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 54.4% | 52.7% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 45.6% | 47.3% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 43.1% | 38.1% | -5.0% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.9% | 27.4% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -16.8% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 21.4% | 10.7% | 9.1% | 12.3% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 8.8% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 41.9% | 41.4% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 36.1% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 13.9% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 7% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 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 | 30.5% | 27.6% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 7.5% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 10.3% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 15.4% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 28% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 5.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.3% | 88.9% | -7.4% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 73.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 73.8% | -13.3% | 83.2% | -9.4% |
| European Union | 8.8% | 15.6% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 9.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.1% | 75% | -12.1% | 83.2% | -8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.2% | 8.8% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 7.5% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 5.4% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.8% | 76.7% | -19.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 7.8% | 1.3% | 6.5% |
| Romania | 6.6% | 0.9% | 5.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crescent West was 1123.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 755.1% higher than the Clover Hill average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Crescent West has the 3rd highest crime rate of 129 local areas in Clover Hill and the 5th highest crime rate of 1,076 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 216.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Crescent West, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2025-04-24 | £136,778 |
| 25 Crescent West, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2024-08-05 | £131,169 |
| 38 Crescent West, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-05-03 | £109,537 |
| 47 Crescent West, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2023-05-02 | £113,407 |
| 27 Crescent West, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2022-03-22 | £97,897 |
NN16 8AB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald Tree Nursery School Laburnum Crescent , NN16 9PH | 3out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Northampton Road , NN15 7JZ | - not rated | 610 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 | 610 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Grafton Street , NN16 9DF | - not rated | 864 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Grafton Street , NN16 9DF | 3out of 4 | 864 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Junior School, Kettering Wood Street , NN16 9SE | - not rated | 1,269 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering Science Academy Deeble Road , NN15 7AA | 3out of 4 | 1,892 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ise Community College Deeble Road , NN15 7AA | - not rated | 1,957 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Stopford School Headlands , NN15 6BJ | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Stopford School Headlands , NN15 6BJ | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfield School for Girls Lewis Road , NN15 6HE | - not rated | 2,201 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 2,317 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 | 2,196 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Works Community College Keystone , 97 Rockingham Road NN16 9HX | - not rated | 801 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Spinney Community Special School Westover Road , Off Westhill Drive NN15 7LB | - not rated | 824 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Spinney School Westover Road , Off Westhill Drive NN15 7LB | 4out of 4 | 824 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Convent School Hall Lane , NN15 7LJ | - not rated | 1,074 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 52 Headlands , Kettering NN15 6DJ | - not rated | 1,340 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teamwork Trust | 1 Stanier Close | 420 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit 2, Stanier Retail Park, Stanier Close | 420 yd | |
| Dunelm Soft Furnishings Ltd | Unit 2, Stanier Retail Park, Stanier Close | 420 yd | |
| Cafe Amore | 12 Lower Street | 481 yd | |
| Coffee House | Kettering General Hospital, Rothwell Road | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Peacock Inn | 7 Lower Street | 481 yd | |
| KGH Social Club | Kettering General Hospital, Rothwell Road | 506 yd | |
| Kettering Bridge Club | Kingdom Hall, Field Street | 523 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 3 Silver Street | 674 yd | |
| Aura Bar | 14-15 Market Street | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 2, Mariners Way | 93 yd | |
| Greggs of the Midlands plc | 57 High Street | 509 yd | |
| Cake Box | 7 Gold Street | 510 yd | |
| Hai Sushi | 51 Field Street | 523 yd | |
| Good World Chinese | 53 Field Street | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Limited | Lower Street | 288 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Stanier Retail Park | 420 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | 1-3 Rockingham Road | 623 yd | |
| Iceland | 27 Newland Street | 693 yd | |
| Kettering Market Ltd | 8-10 Montagu Street | 726 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fit4Less (Kettering) B2, B2, NORTHALL STREET | health and fitness suite | 418 yd |
| Bodyshapers Gym & Health Studio SCHOOL LANE | health and fitness suite | 761 yd |
| Simply Gym Kettering Garrard Way | health and fitness suite | 774 yd |
| Kettering Lodge Bowling Club KETTERING LODGE BOWLING CLUB KETTERING LODGE BOWLING CLUB NORTHAMPTON ROAD | indoor bowls | 798 yd |
| Northampton Road Recreation Ground GREENHILL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 830 yd |
| Kettering Swimming Pool LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 953 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% |
| Median download speed | 64.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.