Chestnut Avenue is in Corby and in North Northamptonshire district. NN17 2ER is located in the Lloyds electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Corby. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chestnut Avenue, Corby, NN17 2ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN17 2UZ, NN17 2UT, NN17 2UY, NN17 2AN, NN17 2UU, NN17 2EE, NN17 2ED, NN17 2YF, NN17 2EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN17 2ER has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.3% | 49.8% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.2% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 NN17 2ER, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% 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 | 40.9% | 45.4% | 4.5% | 37.9% | 7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.5% | 34.3% | -6.2% | 44.2% | -9.9% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 9.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 47.7% | 42.9% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 11% | 12.6% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 7.3% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 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.
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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.3% | 25.9% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 16.3% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 16.7% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.6% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.1% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 15.5% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 11.2% | 4.8% | -6.4% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.1% | 93% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 78.1% 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 | 83.1% | 78.1% | -5.0% | 83.2% | -5.1% |
| European Union | 11.7% | 16.9% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 10.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.8% | 78.1% | -4.7% | 83.2% | -5.1% |
| 10+ Years | 5.2% | 9.6% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.2% | 6.3% | 0.1% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 7.3% | 1.3% | 6.0% |
| Romania | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.6% | 1.5% | 3.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.5% | 37.2% | 12.3% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chestnut Avenue was 46.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.8% lower than the Corby Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chestnut Avenue has the 35th lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Corby Rural and the 443rd lowest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 40.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Chestnut Avenue, Corby, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-07-05 | £234,667 |
| 31 Chestnut Avenue, Corby, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-03-20 | £223,099 |
| 5 Chestnut Avenue, Corby, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2022-09-30 | £239,694 |
| 11 Chestnut Avenue, Corby, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £154,995 | 2021-10-22 | £176,451 |
| 29 Chestnut Avenue, Corby, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2021-10-14 | £198,757 |
NN17 2ER 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 | 111 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 1,540 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 | 423 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Studfall Junior Academy Rowlett Road , NN17 2BT | 3out of 4 | 548 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodnewton- A Learning Community Rowlett Road , NN17 2NU | 3out of 4 | 1,047 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Primary School Occupation Road , NN17 1EE | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockingham Primary School Rockingham Road , NN17 1AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,476 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 | 1,059 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corby Technical School Cottingham Road , NN17 1TD | 4out of 4 | 2,194 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Secondary Academy Gainsborough Road , NN18 9NS | 3out of 4 | 3,597 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Weston Academy Coomb Road , Corby NN18 8LA | 4out of 4 | 4,337 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Corby Business Academy Academy Way , Gretton Road NN17 5EB | 2out of 4 | 4,837 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 | 2,583 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maplefields Academy Tower Hill Road , NN18 0TH | 4out of 4 | 2,996 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Indian Restaurant | 99 - 101 Welland Vale Road, Corby | 249 yd | |
| Corby Baptist Church | Rowlett Road, Corby | 555 yd | |
| Gravity Ltd | Gravity Fitness Ltd, 6 Princewood Court | 699 yd | |
| Greggs | 1 Princewood Court, Corby | 710 yd | |
| Crust N Crumb | 170 Studfall Avenue, Corby | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shire Horse Public House | The Shire Horse, Willow Brook Road | 351 yd | |
| Samuel Lloyd | The Samuel Lloyd, 4 Princewood Court | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Kebab | 97 Welland Vale Road, Corby | 227 yd | |
| Golden Top | 109 Welland Vale Road, Corby | 249 yd | |
| Babybarista Ltd | 430 yd | ||
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, 3 Princewood Court | 710 yd | |
| Subway | 2 Princewood Court, Corby | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midlands Co-op Society | 121 Welland Vale Road, Corby | 249 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Dalton Road | 549 yd | |
| Co-op | 57 Occupation Road, Corby | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anytime Fitness (Corby) PRINCEWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 703 yd |
| Corby Tennis Centre ROCKINGHAM ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 877 yd |
| Stewarts & Lloyds Sports Club OCCUPATION ROAD | grass pitches | 1,025 yd |
| Steel Park ROCKINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,081 yd |
| Rockingham Triangle Sports Complex ROCKINGHAM ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,084 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 | 98.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.3% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.