Kingsley Avenue is in Kettering and in North Northamptonshire district. NN16 9ET is located in the Clover Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kettering. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsley Avenue, Kettering, NN16 9ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN16 9EY, NN16 9HB, NN16 9LS, NN16 9HF, NN16 9LB, NN16 9EZ, NN16 9LT, NN16 9RE, NN16 9HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NN16 9ET, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 48.5% | 52.4% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 51.5% | 47.6% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 26% | 30.9% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 47% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 10.9% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.3% | 43.7% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 43% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 9.4% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 11.2% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 2.1% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 22.6% | 17.6% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 11.6% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 19.3% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 17.2% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 24.5% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 6% | 2.6% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.6% | 95.5% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 97.6% | 94.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 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 | 97.3% | 94.1% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.9% | 37.2% | 14.7% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsley Avenue was 17.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.5% lower than the Clover Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Kingsley Avenue has the 7th lowest crime rate of 129 local areas in Clover Hill and the 90th lowest crime rate of 1,076 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 217 Kingsley Avenue, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-08-01 | £210,417 |
| 201 Kingsley Avenue, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-11-15 | £270,722 |
| 243 Kingsley Avenue, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-03-28 | £255,966 |
| 189 Kingsley Avenue, Kettering, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,500 | 2021-07-14 | £230,607 |
| 219 Kingsley Avenue, Kettering, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2020-11-13 | £232,472 |
NN16 9ET 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald Tree Nursery School Laburnum Crescent , NN16 9PH | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brambleside Primary School Cleveland Avenue , NN16 9NZ | 3out of 4 | 441 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brambleside Community Primary School Cleveland Avenue , NN16 9JG | - not rated | 733 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettering Park Infant School Park Avenue , NN16 9RU | - not rated | 820 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettering Park Infant Academy Park Avenue , NN16 9RU | 3out of 4 | 820 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Junior School, Kettering Wood Street , NN16 9SE | - not rated | 864 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montagu School Weekley Glebe Road , NN16 9NS | - not rated | 560 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettering Science Academy Deeble Road , NN15 7AA | 3out of 4 | 2,215 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ise Community College Deeble Road , NN15 7AA | - not rated | 2,307 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettering School for Boys Windmill Avenue , NN15 6PH | - not rated | 3,232 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Southfield School for Girls Lewis Road , NN15 6HE | - not rated | 3,421 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 | 3,236 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 | 742 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchard School Beatrice Road , NN16 9QR | - not rated | 355 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Youth Works Community College Keystone , 97 Rockingham Road NN16 9HX | - not rated | 1,192 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Spinney Community Special School Westover Road , Off Westhill Drive NN15 7LB | - not rated | 2,735 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Spinney School Westover Road , Off Westhill Drive NN15 7LB | 4out of 4 | 2,735 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 52 Headlands , Kettering NN15 6DJ | - not rated | 2,937 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunder Bowl | Rockingham Road | 690 yd | |
| Frank's Pizzeria | 155 Havelock Street | 1,020 yd | |
| Ironstone Wellbeing Centre Cafe | Unit 2, Ironstone Place | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Briars | 71 Brambleside | 267 yd | |
| Midland Band Club | 2 Hallwood Road | 402 yd | |
| Midland Band Club | 2 Hallwood Road | 402 yd | |
| The Flavour Trailer | Beeswing | 716 yd | |
| Kettering Athletic Club | 104 Rockingham Road | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brambleside Fish and Chips | 77 Brambleside | 267 yd | |
| Chans Cantonese Take Away | 73 Brambleside | 267 yd | |
| Chu's Fish and Chips | 252 Bath Road | 586 yd | |
| Peking House | 1 Cedar Road | 801 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Park Pavilion NORTH PARK DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 427 yd |
| Kettering Buccleuch Academy (Weekley Glebe Playing Fields) Weekley Glebe Road | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Kettering Buccleuch Academy WEEKLEY GLEBE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 737 yd |
| The Lowther Football Center (Kettering Fc) Rushton Road | grass pitches | 981 yd |
| Ricochet Total Fitness (Closed) Regent Street | health and fitness suite | 1,017 yd |
| The Crescent Community Centre SUMMER CRESCENT | grass pitches | 1,057 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 | 72.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.