Faraday Close is in Upton, Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN5 4AE is located in the Sixfields electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Faraday Close, Upton, Northampton, NN5 4AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN5 4AB, NN5 4AF, NN5 4EJ, NN5 4AD, NN5 4AG, NN5 4ED, NN5 4EU, NN5 4EY, NN5 5QJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN5 4AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45% | 50.3% | 5.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 55% | 49.7% | -5.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 NN5 4AE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.8% 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 | 32.8% | 34.8% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 53.8% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 9.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 7.9% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 (90.1%) 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 | 58% | 53.4% | -4.6% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 36.7% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 7.7% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 NN5 4AE this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.3% | 7.5% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 9.5% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 15.5% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 18.7% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34% | 40.1% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 6.3% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 4.8% | 5.1% | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.7% | 1% | -1.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 82.3% | 80% | -2.3% | 81.4% | -1.4% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 2.1% | 4.4% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
In this area, 76% 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 | 85.6% | 76% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -7.2% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 7.4% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 6.4% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.6% | 7.1% | 0.5% | 5.6% | 1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.6% | 76% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 14.4% | 13.5% | 9.8% | 4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 3.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 2.2% | -2.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Germany | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Sikh | 5.4% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Not answered | 10.3% | 6.0% | 4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Faraday Close was 322.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 356.8% higher than the Duston West and St. Crispin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Faraday Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Duston West and St. Crispin and the 56th highest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 129.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Faraday Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2024-10-11 | £288,839 |
| 15 Faraday Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-08-02 | £266,888 |
| 19 Faraday Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-08-31 | £226,223 |
| 6 Faraday Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-10-26 | £345,774 |
| 18 Faraday Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2022-10-21 | £132,395 |
NN5 4AE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 125 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camrose Early Years Centre for Children & Families Streatfield Road , NN5 7DE | 3out of 4 | 2,706 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucester Nursery School Camborne Close , Delapre NN4 8PH | 4out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehills Nursery School Acre Lane , Kingsthorpe NN2 8DF | 3out of 4 | 5,406 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upton Meadows Primary School The Square , Upton NN5 4EZ | 3out of 4 | 195 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millway Primary School Millway , Duston NN5 6ES | 3out of 4 | 667 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School St Crispin Drive , Duston NN5 4UL | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyncrest Primary School Lyncrest Avenue , NN5 5PE | 3out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pineham Barns Primary School Dragonfly Way , Pineham Village NN4 9FF | - not rated | 1,631 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyfield School Mereway , NN4 8BU | 3out of 4 | 3,420 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Malcolm Arnold Academy Trinity Avenue , NN2 6JW | 3out of 4 | 4,395 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Campion School Bugbrooke , NN7 3QG | 2out of 4 | 5,093 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton School for Boys Billing Road , NN1 5RT | 4out of 4 | 5,424 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Duston School Berrywood Road , Duston NN5 6XA | 2out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton International Academy Barrack Road , NN1 1AA | 3out of 4 | 3,392 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wootton Park School Wootton Hall Park , NN4 0JA | 4out of 4 | 4,124 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinton House School Upton Hall , Upton NN5 4UX | - not rated | 921 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Outreach Education Delapre Learning Centre , Alton St, Off Main Rd NN4 8EN | 4out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The CE Academy Cromwell Campus , Poole Street NN1 3EX | 4out of 4 | 3,154 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bosworth Independent College Nazareth House , Leicester Parade NN2 6AF | - not rated | 3,521 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Northamptonshire 8 Notre Dame Mews , NN1 2BG | - not rated | 3,655 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Popeyes Louisiana Chicken | Upton Way, Upton | 94 yd | |
| Five Guys | Walter Tull Way, Sixfields | 94 yd | |
| KFC | Walter Tull Way, Sixfields | 94 yd | |
| Taco Bell | Walter Tull Way, Sixfields | 240 yd | |
| McDonalds | Walter Tull Way, Sixfields | 240 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sixfields Hungry Horse | Walter Tull Way, Sixfields | 700 yd | |
| The Walter Tull | Walter Tull Way, Sixfields | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upton Fish Bar | 51 Latchet Lane, Upton | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 55 Latchet Lane, Upton | 534 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsburys, Weedon Road | 747 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 20 Gambrel Road, Duston | 748 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | Weedon Road, St James | 1,055 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Elgar Centre And Playing Fields 1A 1A HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 395 yd |
| Northampton Town (Pts Academy Stadium) SIXFIELDS STADIUM SIXFIELDS STADIUM WALTER TULL WAY | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 417 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Northampton) SIXFIELDS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 711 yd |
| Millway Primary School Millway | grass pitches, tennis courts | 739 yd |
| Quinton House School UPTON HALL UPTON HALL UPTON LANE | grass pitches | 1,039 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.