Princewood Road is in Earlstrees Industrial Estate, Corby and in North Northamptonshire district. NN17 4AP is located in the Corby Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Corby. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Princewood Road, Earlstrees Industrial Estate, Corby, NN17 4AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN17 4AP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 51.6% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.2% | 48.4% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 4AP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.9% 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 | 31.6% | 47.9% | 16.3% | 37.9% | 10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 39.2% | -11.8% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 8.4% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88%) 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 | 59.3% | 54.6% | -4.7% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 33.4% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 9.4% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 18.4% | 15.8% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 12.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 18.6% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.4% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 15.4% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 26.7% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 14.8% | 3.2% | -11.6% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 91.9% | 93.3% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 73.6% 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 | 74.6% | 73.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | -9.6% |
| European Union | 19.4% | 21.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 15.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.2% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.2% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.6% | 73.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | -9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 17.9% | 16.3% | 9.8% | 8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.5% | 4.1% | -6.4% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.9% | 2.9% | -6.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.7% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.8% | 76.7% | -14.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 11.5% | 1.3% | 10.2% |
| Romania | 5.8% | 0.9% | 4.9% |
| Other EU countries | 6.7% | 1.5% | 5.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princewood Road was 301.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 171.8% higher than the Corby Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Princewood Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 94 local areas in Corby Rural and the 40th highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.8%.

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 Princewood Road, Corby, North Northamptonshire Other, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2022-08-17 | £1,254,317 |
| 2 Princewood Road, Corby, North Northamptonshire Other, an established residential building | £1,440,000 | 2022-06-06 | £1,409,206 |
| Unit 9 Princewood Road, Corby, North Northamptonshire Other, an established residential building | £1,800,000 | 2020-10-07 | £2,109,512 |
| 8 Princewood Road, Corby, North Northamptonshire Other, an established residential building | £755,000 | 2020-06-19 | £875,217 |
| 23 Princewood Road, Corby, Northamptonshire Other, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2017-07-28 | £737,869 |
NN17 4AP 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 | 169 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 53 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 1,945 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 | 1,336 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Studfall Junior Academy Rowlett Road , NN17 2BT | 3out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockingham Primary School Rockingham Road , NN17 1AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,989 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodnewton- A Learning Community Rowlett Road , NN17 2NU | 3out of 4 | 2,010 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Primary School Occupation Road , NN17 1EE | 3out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,738 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corby Technical School Cottingham Road , NN17 1TD | 4out of 4 | 3,046 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corby Business Academy Academy Way , Gretton Road NN17 5EB | 2out of 4 | 4,563 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Secondary Academy Gainsborough Road , NN18 9NS | 3out of 4 | 4,608 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Weston Academy Coomb Road , Corby NN18 8LA | 4out of 4 | 5,387 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 | 3,526 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maplefields Academy Tower Hill Road , NN18 0TH | 4out of 4 | 3,987 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tayto Group Cafe | CTO Holdings Ltd Tayto Group Manufacturing Facility, Princewood Road | 115 yd | |
| Chequered Flag | Causeway Road, Earlstrees Industrial Estate | 385 yd | |
| Greggs | 1 Princewood Court, Corby | 398 yd | |
| Gravity Ltd | Gravity Fitness Ltd, 6 Princewood Court | 448 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Lloyd | The Samuel Lloyd, 4 Princewood Court | 511 yd | |
| Shire Horse Public House | The Shire Horse, Willow Brook Road | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 Princewood Court, Corby | 398 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, 3 Princewood Court | 398 yd | |
| Paula's Diner | 12 Kemp House, Brunel Road | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Dalton Road | 509 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anytime Fitness (Corby) PRINCEWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 394 yd |
| Corby Tennis Centre ROCKINGHAM ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 1,047 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 | 89.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.2% |
| 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 | 10.3% |
| Median download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.