Dandelion Villas is in Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN3 5FA 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 2018-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dandelion Villas, Northampton, NN3 5FA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN3 5HW, NN3 5AJ, NN3 5FB, NN3 5AH, NN3 5EA, NN3 5EN, NN3 5AN, NN3 5AL, NN3 5DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NN3 5FA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.4% | 54.9% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 42.6% | 45.1% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 NN3 5FA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% 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 | 27.6% | 42.7% | 15.1% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 31.4% | -10.8% | 44.2% | -12.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 12.4% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 6.9% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.9% | 45.6% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 33.8% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 16% | 12.2% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 6.2% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 41.8% | 28% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 10.4% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 16.4% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 15.6% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 24.8% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.2% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0.2% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 7.7% | 14.6% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 12.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 78.8% | 74% | -4.8% | 81.4% | -7.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 76.8% 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 | 82.4% | 76.8% | -5.6% | 83.2% | -6.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 8% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 7.4% | 11.1% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 8.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 2% | -4.1% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.4% | 76.8% | -3.6% | 83.2% | -6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 12.8% | 12.5% | 9.8% | 3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.1% | 7.3% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 4.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.1% | 1.1% | -5.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 2% | -5.1% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.8% | 76.7% | -13.9% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4.2% | 0.3% | 3.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dandelion Villas was 110.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.5% higher than the Billing and Rectory Farm average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dandelion Villas has the 23rd highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Billing and Rectory Farm and the 273rd highest crime rate of 1,261 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Dandelion Villas, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2025-11-25 | £229,560 |
| 2 Dandelion Villas, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-08-28 | £262,703 |
| 3 Dandelion Villas, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2021-04-01 | £234,954 |
| 2 Dandelion Villas, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2021-03-10 | £234,675 |
| 5 Dandelion Villas, Northampton, Northamptonshire Terraced, a newly built property | £199,950 | 2018-02-28 | £258,081 |
NN3 5FA 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 student residents living in NN3 5FA area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 131 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | 5,070 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallace Road Nursery School Wallace Road , NN2 7EE | 3out of 4 | 5,383 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecton Brook Primary School Ecton Brook Road , Ecton Brook NN3 5DY | - not rated | 116 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ecton Brook Primary School Ecton Brook Road , Ecton Brook NN3 5DY | - not rated | 116 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Ceva Primary School Ecton Brook Road , Ecton Brook NN3 5EN | 3out of 4 | 227 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellinge Primary School Fieldmill Road , Bellinge NN3 9DG | - not rated | 849 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ecton Village Primary School West Street , Ecton NN6 0QF | - not rated | 1,729 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lings Upper School Billing Brook Road , Lings NN3 8NH | - not rated | 2,224 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton Academy Wellingborough Road , NN3 8NH | 4out of 4 | 2,224 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Favell School Booth Lane South , NN3 3EZ | - not rated | 3,189 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Favell Academy Booth Lane South , NN3 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 3,189 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton School Thorpeville , Moulton NN3 7TR | - not rated | 4,646 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecton Brook Middle School Ecton Brook Road , Ecton Brook NN3 5DY | - not rated | 116 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackthorn Middle School Blackthorn Road , Blackthorn NN3 8PT | - not rated | 2,039 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel CofE Voluntary Aided Middle School Billing Brook Road , Lings NN3 8NL | - not rated | 2,322 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldings Middle School Crestwood Road , Lings Way NN3 8JJ | - not rated | 2,559 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boothville Middle School Esher Court , Paxton Road NN3 3RG | - not rated | 3,481 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 | 3,498 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 | 437 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgewood School Lingswood Park , NN3 8TA | - not rated | 1,760 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Independent School Lingswood Park , Blackthorn NN3 8TA | - not rated | 1,848 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Billing Brook Special School Penistone Road , Lumbertubs NN3 8EZ | 4out of 4 | 2,408 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Billing Brook Special School Penistone Road , Lumbertubs NN3 8EZ | - not rated | 2,408 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 75 yd | |
| Bellinge Community House | Fieldmill Square, Bellinge | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elwes Arms | 37 High Street, Great Billing | 675 yd | |
| The Deers Leap | Fieldmill Road, Bellinge | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Inn | Unit 2 Fieldmill Square, Bellinge | 749 yd | |
| Eastern Balti | Eastern Balti, Unit 3 Fieldmill Square | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | Unit 1, Fieldmill Square | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ecton Brook Primary School ECTON BROOK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 118 yd |
| Ecton Brooke Playing Fields PENNYCRESS PLACE | grass pitches | 321 yd |
| Great Billing Pocket Park Penfold Lane | grass pitches | 854 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.