Bushland Road is in Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN3 2NS is located in the Headlands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Northampton North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bushland Road, Northampton, NN3 2NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN3 2TR, NN3 2NU, NN3 2NT, NN3 2NQ, NN3 2NX, NN3 2TS, NN3 2TP, NN3 3EY, NN3 2TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN3 2NS 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 2NS 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 Bushland Road was 314.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 308.7% higher than the Boothville and Parklands average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Bushland Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Boothville and Parklands and the 56th highest crime rate of 1,262 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Bushland Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-12-05 | £249,755 |
| 23 Bushland Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-10-10 | £315,616 |
| 43 Bushland Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-07-03 | £321,615 |
| 5 Bushland Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2025-06-30 | £238,204 |
| 45 Bushland Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2024-10-14 | £257,597 |
NN3 2NS 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 2NS 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallace Road Nursery School Wallace Road , NN2 7EE | 3out of 4 | 1,840 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Camrose Early Years Centre for Children & Families Streatfield Road , Spencer NN5 7DE | 2out of 4 | 4,713 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehills Nursery School Acre Lane , Kingsthorpe NN2 8DF | 3out of 4 | 4,781 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 | 135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Headlands Primary School Bushland Road , NN3 2NS | - not rated | 135 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Grange Road , NN3 2AX | - not rated | 496 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Grange Road , NN3 2AX | 3out of 4 | 496 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Arbours Primary Academy St Gregory's Road , The Arbours NN3 3QF | 4out of 4 | 635 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Favell School Booth Lane South , NN3 3EZ | - not rated | 410 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Favell Academy Booth Lane South , NN3 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 410 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lings Upper School Billing Brook Road , Lings NN3 8NH | - not rated | 1,375 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton Academy Wellingborough Road , NN3 8NH | 4out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Becket Catholic School Becket Way , Kettering Road North NN3 6HT | - not rated | 1,546 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Orchard Middle School Birchfield Road East , NN3 2TA | - not rated | 390 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Middle School, Northampton Grange Road , NN3 2AX | - not rated | 496 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boothville Middle School Esher Court , Paxton Road NN3 3RG | - not rated | 830 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel CofE Voluntary Aided Middle School Billing Brook Road , Lings NN3 8NL | - not rated | 1,298 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldings Middle School Crestwood Road , Lings Way NN3 8JJ | - not rated | 1,957 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 622 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulton College West Street , Moulton NN3 7RR | - not rated | 3,801 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 | - not rated | 3,804 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 | 1,336 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Billing Brook Special School Penistone Road , Lumbertubs NN3 8EZ | - not rated | 1,336 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's School 100 Park Avenue North , NN3 2JB | - not rated | 1,445 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Favell Preparatory School 473 Wellingborough Road , NN3 3HN | - not rated | 1,459 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pupil Referral Unit for Secondary-Aged Pupils Pelsall Lane , Rushall NN3 3AF | - not rated | 1,630 yd | Pupil referral unit | 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 | 388 yd | |
| Em's Platters | 8 Newby Court, Eastfield | 500 yd | |
| Dolce Ltd | Weston Favell C of E School, Westwood Way | 795 yd | |
| Northampton Lawn Tennis Club Westwood Way | Weston Favell, Northampton | 797 yd | |
| Christine's Cake Creations | 92 Rickyard Road, The Arbours | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Headland PH | 16 Longland Road, Headlands | 464 yd | |
| Vocal & Instrumental Club | 24-26 Bailiff Street, Northampton | 767 yd | |
| The Trumpet | 574 Wellingborough Road, Northampton | 907 yd | |
| Playhouse Theatre | 115 Clare Street, Northampton | 928 yd | |
| The Bold Dragoon | 48 High Street, Weston Favell | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bushland Chippy | 16 Bushland Road, Headlands | 1 yd | |
| Mace Kitchen | 20 Cherry Orchard Place, Cherry Orchard Estate | 524 yd | |
| Eastfield Fish Bar | 70a Longland Road, Headlands | 579 yd | |
| Ze Fast Food | 191 Broadway East, Abington | 586 yd | |
| China Red | 201 Broadway East, Abington | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| S M Co-Op | 12/14 Bushland Road, Headlands | 1 yd | |
| ALDI Stores Ltd | 582-590 Wellingborough Road, Northampton | 907 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Headlands Primary School BUSHLAND ROAD | swimming pool | 130 yd |
| Weston Favell Academy BOOTH LANE SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 361 yd |
| Northampton Saints Sports Club BIRCHFIELD ROAD EAST | squash courts | 424 yd |
| Northampton Saints Cricket Club BIRCHFIELD ROAD EAST | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| Northampton Lawn Tennis Club WESTWOOD WAY | tennis courts | 548 yd |
| The Arbours Primary Academy ST. GREGORYS ROAD | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| Northampton College ST. GREGORYS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 707 yd |
| Eastfield Park WETHERAL CLOSE | grass pitches | 762 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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| 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 | 202.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.