Shire Lodge Close is in Corby and in North Northamptonshire district. NN17 2AR is located in the Corby West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Corby. This postcode has been in use since 2008-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shire Lodge Close, Corby, NN17 2AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN17 2AS, NN17 2EB, NN17 2AE, NN17 4AN, NN17 2YA, NN17 2EP, NN17 2AG, NN17 2AF, NN17 2ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN17 2AR has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 48.2% | 47.3% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 51.8% | 52.7% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 28.5% | 37.8% | 9.3% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 37.2% | -9.2% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 3.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 10.6% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 9.9% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 39.1% | 41.6% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 35.1% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 17.9% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 3.6% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
In the area around NN17 2AR this area, 31.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 31.5% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 10.6% | -8.0% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 17.4% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 13.2% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 21.2% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 7.3% | 1.6% | -5.7% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.5% | 95.6% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
In this area, 79.1% 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 | 90.3% | 79.1% | -11.2% | 83.2% | -4.1% |
| European Union | 7% | 15.9% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 9.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90% | 78.7% | -11.3% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 9.4% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 4.2% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 6.5% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 1.3% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.2% | 76.7% | -15.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Romania | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 6.5% | 1.5% | 5.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 10.7% | 6.0% | 4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shire Lodge Close was 48.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.9% lower than the Corby West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Shire Lodge Close has the 20th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Corby West and the 468th lowest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Shire Lodge Close, Corby, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-06-20 | £141,770 |
| 14 Shire Lodge Close, Corby, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2025-01-16 | £142,633 |
| 24 Shire Lodge Close, Corby, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-08-31 | £148,302 |
| 2 Shire Lodge Close, Corby, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2023-05-19 | £144,593 |
| 13 Shire Lodge Close, Corby, North Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2021-11-05 | £126,447 |
NN17 2AR 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 | 122 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pen Green Centre for Children and Their Families Pen Green Lane , NN17 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studfall Infant Academy Rowlett Road , NN17 2BP | 3out of 4 | 737 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Studfall Junior Academy Rowlett Road , NN17 2BT | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodnewton- A Learning Community Rowlett Road , NN17 2NU | 3out of 4 | 1,442 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Primary School Occupation Road , NN17 1EE | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockingham Primary School Rockingham Road , NN17 1AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,592 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge Park Academy Shetland Way , NN17 2JH | 1out of 4 | 1,305 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corby Technical School Cottingham Road , NN17 1TD | 4out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Secondary Academy Gainsborough Road , NN18 9NS | 3out of 4 | 4,020 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corby Business Academy Academy Way , Gretton Road NN17 5EB | 2out of 4 | 4,663 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Weston Academy Coomb Road , Corby NN18 8LA | 4out of 4 | 4,763 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Kite Academy Purbeck Drive , NN18 0BX | - not rated | 2,977 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maplefields Academy Tower Hill Road , NN18 0TH | 4out of 4 | 3,411 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 1 Princewood Court, Corby | 322 yd | |
| Gravity Ltd | Gravity Fitness Ltd, 6 Princewood Court | 340 yd | |
| Chequered Flag | Causeway Road, Earlstrees Industrial Estate | 403 yd | |
| Galaxy Indian Restaurant | 99 - 101 Welland Vale Road, Corby | 619 yd | |
| Tayto Group Cafe | CTO Holdings Ltd Tayto Group Manufacturing Facility, Princewood Road | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shire Horse Public House | The Shire Horse, Willow Brook Road | 103 yd | |
| Samuel Lloyd | The Samuel Lloyd, 4 Princewood Court | 272 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, 3 Princewood Court | 322 yd | |
| Subway | 2 Princewood Court, Corby | 322 yd | |
| King Kebab | 97 Welland Vale Road, Corby | 617 yd | |
| Golden Top | 109 Welland Vale Road, Corby | 619 yd | |
| Babybarista Ltd | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Dalton Road | 124 yd | |
| Midlands Co-op Society | 121 Welland Vale Road, Corby | 619 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anytime Fitness (Corby) PRINCEWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 309 yd |
| Corby Tennis Centre ROCKINGHAM ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 831 yd |
| Corby Rfc ROCKINGHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,024 yd |
| Steel Park ROCKINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,035 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 | 79.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 79.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 79.3% |
| 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 | 63.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.