Green Lane is in Wootton, Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN4 6LH is located in the Nene Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Green Lane, Wootton, Northampton, NN4 6LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN4 6JX, NN4 7LJ, NN4 6LF, NN4 6LQ, NN4 6EU, NN4 6JU, NN4 6LL, NN4 6JZ, NN4 6LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN4 6LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.8% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.2% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NN4 6LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.5% | 29.8% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 51.4% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9% | 11.8% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 5.9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) 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 | 55.4% | 47.9% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 30% | 38.1% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 10.7% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 15.7% | 12% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 10.4% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 13.9% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8.8% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 15.9% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 35.5% | 2.2% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.4% | 92.8% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 93.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 93.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 94.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Green Lane was 32.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.3% lower than the East Hunsbury and Shelfleys average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Green Lane has the 28th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in East Hunsbury and Shelfleys and the 372nd lowest crime rate of 1,261 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Green Lane, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2022-11-04 | £670,000 |
| 31 Green Lane, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-07-07 | £438,104 |
| 25 Green Lane, Northampton, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2017-08-29 | £654,944 |
| 23A Green Lane, Northampton, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £437,500 | 2015-10-23 | £616,310 |
| 12 Green Lane, Northampton, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2014-09-18 | £506,955 |
NN4 6LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Nursery School Camborne Close , Delapre NN4 8PH | - not rated | 2,749 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wootton Primary School Farmclose Road , Wootton NN4 6HJ | - not rated | 276 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wootton Primary School Farmclose Road , Wootton NN4 6HJ | - not rated | 276 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Hedges Primary School Wootton Hope Drive , Wootton Fields NN4 6BU | - not rated | 775 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Hedges Primary School Wootton Hope Drive , Wootton Fields NN4 6BU | - not rated | 775 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hardingstone Primary School Martins Lane , Hardingstone NN4 6DJ | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyfield School Mereway , NN4 8BU | - not rated | 2,249 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeyfield School Mereway , NN4 8BU | 3out of 4 | 2,249 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton School for Boys Billing Road , NN1 5RT | - not rated | 4,915 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Northampton School for Boys Billing Road , NN1 5RT | - not rated | 4,915 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caroline Chisholm School Wooldale Road , Wootton Fields NN4 6TP | - not rated | 1,012 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mereway Middle School Mereway , NN4 8EJ | - not rated | 2,086 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliftonville Middle School Cliftonville Road , NN1 5BW | - not rated | 4,358 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Middle School Barrack Road , NN1 3RF | - not rated | 5,268 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton Middle School Royal Terrace , Barrack Road NN1 3RF | - not rated | 5,329 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caroline Chisholm School Wooldale Centre for Learning , Wootton Fields NN4 6TP | 3out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wootton Park School Wootton Hall Park , NN4 0HZ | 4out of 4 | 1,788 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton High School GDST Newport Pagnell Road , Hardingstone NN4 6UU | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Bacin Delapre Annex , Alton Street NN4 8EN | - not rated | 3,558 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Outreach Education Delapre Learning Centre , Alton St, Off Main Rd NN4 8EN | - not rated | 3,611 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Outreach Education Delapre Learning Centre , Alton St, Off Main Rd NN4 8EN | 3out of 4 | 3,611 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Independent School 1-5 Vigo Crescent , Bedford Road NN1 5NL | - not rated | 4,010 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wootton Memorial Hall | High Street, Wootton | 374 yd | |
| Number 50 Coffee Lounge | Wootton Community & Sports Centre, Curtlee Hill | 485 yd | |
| Robinsons Catering Services ltd | Delapre Golf Complex, Eagle Drive | 596 yd | |
| Delapre Golf Centre | Delapre Golf Complex, Eagle Drive | 596 yd | |
| ABM Catering Limited | Preston Hedges Primary School, Wootton Hope Drive | 759 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wootton Working Mens Club | 2 Church Hill, Wootton | 131 yd | |
| Yeoman Of England | High Street, Wootton | 258 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | London Road, Northampton | 429 yd | |
| The Collingtree | Butts Road, Blacky More | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chi's Fish Bar | 3 Wootton Hope Drive, Wootton | 775 yd | |
| Hunsbury Fish Bar | 5 Butts Road, Blacky More | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Wootton Hope Drive, Wootton | 670 yd | |
| Tesco | Butts Road, Blacky More | 964 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wootton Community & Sports Centre CURTLEE HILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 438 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Northampton Collingtree Park) WINDINGBROOK LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 926 yd |
| Caroline Chisholm School Wooldale Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.61 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.