William Road is in Long Buckby, Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN6 7YS is located in the Long Buckby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Daventry. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about William Road, Long Buckby, Northampton, NN6 7YS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN6 7YU, NN6 7YP, NN6 7YT, NN6 7YN, NN6 7RW, NN6 7YX, NN6 7YR, NN6 7PX, NN6 7QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN6 7YS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.9% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.1% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 32.5% | 34.2% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 41.4% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 14% | 12.2% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 8.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 43.3% | 41.2% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 38.1% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 12.3% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 6.9% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 21.6% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 10.8% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 21.2% | 11.2% | 13.4% | 7.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 17.1% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 20.3% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 6% | 4.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 94.7% | 94.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 93.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around William Road was 29.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.1% lower than the Daventry East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
William Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 73 local areas in Daventry East and the 321st lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 William Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £362,000 | 2025-01-17 | £378,702 |
| 17 William Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-12-12 | £258,116 |
| 34 William Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-08-30 | £198,698 |
| 43 William Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-05-20 | £331,144 |
| 15 William Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-04-08 | £224,832 |
NN6 7YS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Buckby Junior School South Close , Long Buckby NN6 7PX | 3out of 4 | 263 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Buckby Infant School High Street , Long Buckby NN6 7RE | 3out of 4 | 274 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Haddon Church of England Primary School Church Lane , East Haddon NN6 8DB | 4out of 4 | 4,373 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Haddon Endowed Church of England Primary School The Green , West Haddon NN6 7AN | 3out of 4 | 4,892 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brington Primary School Little Brington , NN7 4HX | 3out of 4 | 5,253 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayaans Garden ltd | 11A Market Place, Long Buckby | 245 yd | |
| The Dynasty | The Village Garden, 12 High Street | 253 yd | |
| Village Spice | 12 Market Place, Long Buckby | 256 yd | |
| NomNow | 10A High Street, Long Buckby | 262 yd | |
| El Jefe Tacos | 10A High Street, Long Buckby | 262 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pop Up Place | 10A High Street, Long Buckby | 262 yd | |
| The Badgers Arms | 2 High Street, Long Buckby | 276 yd | |
| The Old Kings Head | 2 Harbidges Lane, Long Buckby | 587 yd | |
| Long Buckby Football Social Club | Long Buckby Afc, Station Road | 633 yd | |
| Long Buckby Rugby Football Club | Station Road, Long Buckby | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Big Fryer | 6 Brington Road, Long Buckby | 217 yd | |
| Verdes Sandwich Shop | 11B Market Place, Long Buckby | 242 yd | |
| Pizzaman | 11A Market Place, Long Buckby | 245 yd | |
| Bella Pizza | 2A High Street, Long Buckby | 276 yd | |
| Lee Garden Takeaway | 2 Church Street, Long Buckby | 318 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | High Street, Long Buckby | 303 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Long Buckby Fire Station STATION ROAD | 304 yd | |
| Buckby Health & Leisure Ltd HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 310 yd |
| Long Buckby Rfc WATSON ROAD | grass pitches | 392 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.81 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.