Wimborne Close is in Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN3 5EF is located in the Billing and Rectory Farm electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Northampton South. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wimborne Close, Northampton, NN3 5EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN3 5EE, NN3 5ED, NN3 5EB, NN3 5HU, NN3 5EL, NN3 5HD, NN3 5LB, NN3 5LA, NN3 5EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN3 5EF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.8% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.2% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 21.4% | 20.9% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 45.1% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 20.5% | 8.2% | 9.1% | 11.4% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 9.8% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 (66.4%) 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 | 34.4% | 33.2% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 33.2% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 19.7% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 12.6% | 9.2% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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 5EF this area, 29.8% 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 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.1% | 29.8% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 11.6% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.2% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 10.7% | 8.4% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 20% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 6.8% | 2.8% | -4.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 86.2% | 88.6% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 80% 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 | 88.7% | 80% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 9.6% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
| Africa | 4.5% | 4.2% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 4.2% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.9% | 80.7% | -7.2% | 83.2% | -2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12.2% | 12.2% | 9.8% | 2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.5% | 1.3% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 2.5% | -5.2% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wimborne Close was 87.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.9% lower than the Billing and Rectory Farm average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wimborne Close has the 28th highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Billing and Rectory Farm and the 372nd highest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Wimborne Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2024-06-28 | £278,313 |
| 3 Wimborne Close, Northampton, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2016-03-31 | £263,215 |
| 3 Wimborne Close, Northampton, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2015-11-20 | £216,029 |
| 5 Wimborne Close, Northampton, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £124,995 | 2013-03-28 | £226,223 |
| 12 Wimborne Close, Northampton, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2010-11-29 | £213,194 |
NN3 5EF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 5EF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands Nursery School Spinney Hill Road , NN3 6DW | 4out of 4 | 4,675 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallace Road Nursery School Wallace Road , NN2 7EE | 4out of 4 | 5,203 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Ceva Primary School Ecton Brook Road , Ecton Brook NN3 5EN | 2out of 4 | 616 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ecton Brook Primary School Ecton Brook Road , Ecton Brook NN3 5DY | 3out of 4 | 874 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rectory Farm Primary School Olden Road , Rectory Farm NN3 5DD | 2out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackthorn Primary School Waingrove , NN3 8EP | 1out of 4 | 1,087 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ecton Village Primary School West Street , Ecton NN6 0QF | 2out of 4 | 1,400 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton Academy Wellingborough Road , NN3 8NH | 3out of 4 | 2,008 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Favell Academy Booth Lane South , NN3 3EZ | 2out of 4 | 2,954 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Becket Catholic School Becket Way , Kettering Road North NN3 6HT | 2out of 4 | 4,218 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulton School and Science College Pound Lane , Moulton NN3 7SD | 3out of 4 | 4,967 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton School for Girls Spinney Hill Road , NN3 6DG | 4out of 4 | 5,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | 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 | 3,136 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulton College West Street , Moulton NN3 7RR | - not rated | 5,149 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Spires Academy 59-77 Sheep Street , NN1 2NE | - not rated | 1,016 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields Specialist School for Communication Prentice Court , Lings Way NN3 8XS | 3out of 4 | 1,819 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Billing Brook Special School Penistone Road , Lumbertubs NN3 8EZ | 4out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Overstone Park School Overstone Park , Overstone NN6 0DT | - not rated | 2,633 yd | Other independent special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Uk, Northampton Primary Campus 468a Billing Road East , NN3 3LF | - not rated | 3,428 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jethel's Kitchen | 14 Sharrow Place, Ecton Brook | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elwes Arms | 37 High Street, Great Billing | 680 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Co-op, Olden Road | 1,015 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Billing Pocket Park Penfold Lane | grass pitches | 467 yd |
| Rectory Farm Open Space RECTORY FARM ROAD | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| Ecton Brook Primary School ECTON BROOK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 797 yd |
| Ecton Brooke Playing Fields PENNYCRESS PLACE | grass pitches | 980 yd |
| Rectory Farm Primary School Olden Road | artificial grass pitch | 1,079 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 | 148.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.