Gorse Road is in Spratton, Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN6 8JQ is located in the Moulton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Daventry. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gorse Road, Spratton, Northampton, NN6 8JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN6 8JH, NN6 8JL, NN6 8JJ, NN6 8JG, NN6 8HS, NN6 8HT, NN6 8JE, NN6 8JD, NN6 8HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN6 8JQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.8% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.2% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 24.8% | 30.4% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 51% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 11.1% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 5.1% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 38.6% | 35.4% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -13.0% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 38.4% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 20.3% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 22.3% | 19.2% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 12.5% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.1% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 17.6% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 25.5% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 5% | 3.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.7% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 99.3% | 95.1% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 95.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gorse Road was 31.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.9% lower than the Brixworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gorse Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Brixworth and the 369th lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% 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 Gorse Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-01-10 | £297,255 |
| 12A Gorse Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-04-26 | £327,644 |
| 16 Gorse Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2022-03-30 | £550,126 |
| 25 Gorse Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-09-17 | £313,946 |
| 42 Gorse Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2021-06-09 | £298,344 |
NN6 8JQ 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spratton Church of Engand Primary School School Road , Spratton NN6 8HY | 3out of 4 | 520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixworth CofE VC Primary School Froxhill Crescent , Brixworth NN6 9BG | 3out of 4 | 3,567 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bramptons Primary School Harlestone Road , Chapel Brampton NN6 8AW | 3out of 4 | 4,447 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pitsford Primary School Moulton Road , Pitsford NN6 9AU | 3out of 4 | 5,122 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spratton Hall School Smith Street , Spratton NN6 8HP | - not rated | 540 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pitsford School Moulton Road , NN6 9AX | - not rated | 5,310 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Head | 23 Brixworth Road, Spratton | 333 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spratton Recreation Ground SMITH STREET | grass pitches | 394 yd |
| Spratton Hall School SMITH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 521 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 59.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.