Sheraton Close is in Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN3 2NQ is located in the Headlands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Northampton North. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sheraton Close, Northampton, NN3 2NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN3 2TH, NN3 2PF, NN3 2PG, NN3 2TG, NN3 2NS, NN3 2NX, NN3 2TB, NN3 2TQ, NN3 2NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN3 2NQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 56.2% | 47.9% | -8.3% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 43.8% | 52.1% | 8.3% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 26.3% | 20.9% | -5.4% | 37.9% | -17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 43.9% | 3.8% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 14.8% | 5.6% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 20.7% | 17.3% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 11.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.6% | 34.7% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 35.2% | -5.3% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 20.4% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 7.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 NN3 2NQ this area, 35.1% 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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.9% | 35.1% | -0.8% | 18.2% | 16.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 10.8% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.9% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 11.9% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 17.5% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 5.5% | 4.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.3% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.4% | 87% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 5.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 79.6% 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 | 92.1% | 79.6% | -12.5% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 11.1% | 6.6% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 5.6% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.5% | 79.3% | -11.2% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 11.1% | 9.4% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 3.2% | -3.4% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 6% | 0.9% | 5.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 60.6% | 46.2% | 14.4% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sheraton Close was 273.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 239.1% higher than the Boothville and Parklands average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Sheraton Close has the 2nd highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Boothville and Parklands and the 71st highest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 70.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% 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 Sheraton Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £164,995 | 2025-03-26 | £166,467 |
| 35 Sheraton Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-02-13 | £188,707 |
| 43 Sheraton Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-01-17 | £140,084 |
| 37 Sheraton Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-11-24 | £118,278 |
| 46 Sheraton Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-11-07 | £157,585 |
NN3 2NQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NN3 2NQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands Nursery School Spinney Hill Road , NN3 6DW | 4out of 4 | 1,614 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallace Road Nursery School Wallace Road , NN2 7EE | 4out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Camrose Early Years Centre for Children & Families Streatfield Road , NN5 7DE | 3out of 4 | 4,491 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehills Nursery School Acre Lane , Kingsthorpe NN2 8DF | 3out of 4 | 4,647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlands Primary School Bushland Road , NN3 2NS | 3out of 4 | 234 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield Academy St Albans Close , NN3 2RJ | 2out of 4 | 544 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Grange Road , NN3 2AX | 2out of 4 | 643 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Favell CofE Primary School Westwood Way , Wellingborough Road NN3 3HH | 4out of 4 | 735 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Arbours Primary Academy St Gregory's Road , The Arbours NN3 3QF | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Favell Academy Booth Lane South , NN3 3EZ | 2out of 4 | 626 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Becket Catholic School Becket Way , Kettering Road North NN3 6HT | 2out of 4 | 1,568 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton Academy Wellingborough Road , NN3 8NH | 3out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton School for Girls Spinney Hill Road , NN3 6DG | 4out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Northampton School for Boys Billing Road , NN1 5RT | 4out of 4 | 2,460 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton College Main Campus , Booth Lane NN3 3RF | - not rated | 814 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulton College West Street , Moulton NN3 7RR | - not rated | 3,897 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton International Academy Barrack Road , NN1 1AA | 3out of 4 | 3,574 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billing Brook Special School Penistone Road , Lumbertubs NN3 8EZ | 4out of 4 | 1,560 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Centre Northants unit 6, Quarry Park Close , Moulton Park NN3 6QB | - not rated | 2,058 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Uk, Northampton Primary Campus 468a Billing Road East , NN3 3LF | - not rated | 2,080 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfields School Trinity Avenue , NN2 6JN | 4out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Meadow School Manning Road , Moulton Leys NN3 7AR | 3out of 4 | 2,569 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saints Sports Club | Birchfield Road East, Abington | 257 yd | |
| Em's Platters | 8 Newby Court, Eastfield | 585 yd | |
| Dolce Ltd | Weston Favell C of E School, Westwood Way | 652 yd | |
| Northampton Lawn Tennis Club Westwood Way | Weston Favell, Northampton | 653 yd | |
| African & Caribbean | Elders Society, Park Avenue North | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Headland PH | 16 Longland Road, Headlands | 289 yd | |
| Playhouse Theatre | 115 Clare Street, Northampton | 787 yd | |
| The Trumpet | 574 Wellingborough Road, Northampton | 818 yd | |
| Vocal & Instrumental Club | 24-26 Bailiff Street, Northampton | 831 yd | |
| The Bold Dragoon | 48 High Street, Weston Favell | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bushland Chippy | 16 Bushland Road, Headlands | 183 yd | |
| Mace Kitchen | 20 Cherry Orchard Place, Cherry Orchard Estate | 369 yd | |
| Ze Fast Food | 191 Broadway East, Abington | 425 yd | |
| China Red | 201 Broadway East, Abington | 425 yd | |
| Eastfield Fish Bar | 70a Longland Road, Headlands | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| S M Co-Op | 12/14 Bushland Road, Headlands | 183 yd | |
| ALDI Stores Ltd | 582-590 Wellingborough Road, Northampton | 818 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 231-233 Birchfield Road East, Abington | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Headlands Primary School BUSHLAND ROAD | swimming pool | 123 yd |
| Northampton Saints Sports Club BIRCHFIELD ROAD EAST | squash courts | 304 yd |
| Northampton Saints Cricket Club BIRCHFIELD ROAD EAST | grass pitches | 304 yd |
| Northampton Lawn Tennis Club WESTWOOD WAY | tennis courts | 421 yd |
| Weston Favell Academy BOOTH LANE SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 519 yd |
| The Arbours Primary Academy ST. GREGORYS ROAD | grass pitches | 804 yd |
| Northampton College ST. GREGORYS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 890 yd |
| Eastfield Park WETHERAL CLOSE | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Abington Community Centre WHEATFIELD ROAD SOUTH | 983 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 | 42.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 20.3% |
| 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 | 53.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.