Meadow Close is in Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN5 6RL is located in the Duston East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Northampton South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Close, Northampton, NN5 6RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN5 6RH, NN5 6RJ, NN5 6RN, NN5 6NH, NN5 6RW, NN5 6NQ, NN5 6NG, NN5 6RQ, NN5 6RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NN5 6RL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 50% | 52.4% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 50% | 47.6% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 14.9% | 25.1% | 10.2% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 48.5% | -14.0% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 7.1% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 12.9% | 17.6% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 11.5% |
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 | 32.6% | 33.5% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 37.6% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 21.1% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 8.4% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6.8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.3% | 26.3% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 12.9% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 15% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.7% | 7.9% | -1.8% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 13.8% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 16.7% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 7.3% | 7.5% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 4.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.6% | 97.3% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 87.9% 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 | 95.3% | 87.9% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 8.3% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 87.6% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.6% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.4% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Close was 42.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.7% lower than the Duston East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Close has the 19th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Duston East and the 526th lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 42.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Meadow Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2025-01-10 | £298,149 |
| 42 Meadow Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2024-06-07 | £245,348 |
| 10 Meadow Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2023-10-27 | £286,691 |
| 16 Meadow Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-03-02 | £301,476 |
| 34 Meadow Close, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-10-15 | £306,425 |
NN5 6RL 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 NN5 6RL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 2,897 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehills Nursery School Acre Lane , Kingsthorpe NN2 8DF | 3out of 4 | 3,716 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duston Eldean Primary School Main Road , Duston NN5 6PP | 3out of 4 | 219 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopping Hill Primary School Pendle Road , Duston NN5 6DT | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Primary School Chiltern Way , Duston NN5 6BW | 2out of 4 | 1,757 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 | 1,951 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Woodside Way , Kings Heath NN5 7HX | 3out of 4 | 2,060 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Arnold Academy Trinity Avenue , NN2 6JW | 3out of 4 | 4,436 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsthorpe College Boughton Green Road , Kingsthorpe NN2 7HR | 3out of 4 | 5,153 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | 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 | 1,047 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northampton International Academy Barrack Road , NN1 1AA | 3out of 4 | 4,138 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 | 2,548 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate School Arts College Queen's Park Parade , Kingsthorpe NN2 6LR | 4out of 4 | 3,652 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Northampton School 67a Queens Park Parade , Kingsthorpe NN2 6LR | - not rated | 3,766 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bosworth Independent College Nazareth House , Leicester Parade NN2 6AF | - not rated | 4,033 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The CE Academy Cromwell Campus , Poole Street NN1 3EX | 4out of 4 | 4,165 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eurest | @ Travis Perkins plc, Lodge Way | 590 yd | |
| GJ Catering | Duston Community Centre, Pendle Road | 887 yd | |
| Squirrels Family & Childcare Centre | Duston Community Centre, Pendle Road | 887 yd | |
| Duston Sports Centre - Trilogy | Cotswold Court, Duston | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Longboat | 61 Eastfield Road, Duston | 589 yd | |
| The Hart of Duston | 573 Harlestone Road, Duston | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duston Cottage | 235 Main Road, Duston | 260 yd | |
| Duston Fish Bar | 233 Main Road, Duston | 260 yd | |
| Silver Sea | 6 Limehurst Square, Duston | 732 yd | |
| Golden Rice Bowl | 2 Limehurst Square, Duston | 732 yd | |
| Fusion Spice | 47 Bordeaux Close, St Giles Park | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 237-245 Main Road, Duston | 260 yd | |
| Tesco | 13-14 Limehurst Square, Duston | 807 yd | |
| Tesco | 50 Bordeaux Close, St Giles Park | 1,039 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Errington Park PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| Duston Community Association PENDLE ROAD | 818 yd | |
| Duston Sports Centre COTSWOLD COURT | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 995 yd |
| The Duston School BERRYWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,088 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 | 63 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.