Willow Brook Road is in Corby and in North Northamptonshire district. NN17 2TP is located in the Corby West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Corby. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willow Brook Road, Corby, NN17 2TP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN17 2ST, NN17 2PE, NN17 2TR, NN17 2PF, NN17 2PD, NN17 2QJ, NN17 2SX, NN17 2PG, NN17 2TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN17 2TP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.6% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 49.4% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 39.4% | 41.4% | 2.0% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.3% | 38.8% | 2.5% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 9.7% | -3.6% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 5.1% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 40.6% | 41.7% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 38.5% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 14.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 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.
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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.4% | 25.7% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.5% | 13.9% | -9.6% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 16% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 5.9% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.6% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.1% | 19.8% | 12.7% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 94.7% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 80.1% 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 | 93.1% | 80.1% | -13.0% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 15.6% | 9.7% | 6.1% | 9.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 79.9% | -12.1% | 83.2% | -3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 8.4% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 4.5% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 5.5% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.1% | 76.7% | -17.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Romania | 5.5% | 0.9% | 4.6% |
| Other EU countries | 5.2% | 1.5% | 3.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 44% | 46.2% | -2.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Brook Road was 32.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.9% lower than the Corby Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Willow Brook Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Corby Rural and the 250th lowest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 336 Willow Brook Road, Corby, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-03-31 | £175,898 |
| 328 Willow Brook Road, Corby, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-03-19 | £207,553 |
| 332 Willow Brook Road, Corby, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2019-04-01 | £195,250 |
| 322 Willow Brook Road, Corby, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2019-01-09 | £195,685 |
| 281 Willow Brook Road, Corby, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2018-08-23 | £210,772 |
NN17 2TP 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 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 | 2,560 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodnewton- A Learning Community Rowlett Road , NN17 2NU | 3out of 4 | 348 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Brendan's Catholic Primary School Beanfield Avenue , NN18 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 671 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Studfall Junior Academy Rowlett Road , NN17 2BT | 3out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beanfield Primary School Farmstead Road , NN18 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,188 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Studfall Infant Academy Rowlett Road , NN17 2BP | 3out of 4 | 1,481 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 766 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Secondary Academy Gainsborough Road , NN18 9NS | 3out of 4 | 2,302 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corby Technical School Cottingham Road , NN17 1TD | 4out of 4 | 2,398 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Weston Academy Coomb Road , Corby NN18 8LA | 4out of 4 | 3,484 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 | 1,200 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maplefields Academy Tower Hill Road , NN18 0TH | 4out of 4 | 1,667 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobs Corby | The Mushh Room, 4 Pytchley Court | 338 yd | |
| Ali's Balti | Alis Indian Kitchen, 9 Pytchley Court | 341 yd | |
| Caterlink | Lodge Park Academy, Shetland Way | 743 yd | |
| Java Java @ Corby Urgent Care | Corby Urgent Care Centre, Cottingham Road | 807 yd | |
| Hungry Hossee | Dale Street, Corby | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Public House | The Phoenix, 129 Beanfield Avenue | 805 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Chois | 13A Pytchley Court, Corby | 341 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | 11 Pytchley Court, Corby | 341 yd | |
| High Street Bakery | 5 Pytchley Court, Corby | 343 yd | |
| Corby Kebab House | 177 Farmstead Road, Corby | 954 yd | |
| Viking Fish & Chips | Viking Fish And Chips, 187 Farmstead Road | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Stores | 1 Pytchley Court, Corby | 322 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abington Road Playing Fields COLLINGWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 528 yd |
| Lodge Park Sports Centre SHETLAND WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 763 yd |
| Lodge Park Academy SHETLAND WAY | grass pitches | 820 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.