Bedford Road is in Denton, Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN7 1DR is located in the Hackleton and Grange Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bedford Road, Denton, Northampton, NN7 1DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN7 1DS, NN7 1DU, NN7 1DG, NN7 1DZ, NN7 1HT, NN7 1DA, NN7 1DT, NN7 1EE, NN7 1DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN7 1DR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.2% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.8% | -1.0% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NN7 1DR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 19.6% | 27.5% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 53.1% | -8.8% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 10.1% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 6.3% | 0.1% | 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 (89.1%) 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 | 57.4% | 58.6% | 1.2% | 48.4% | 10.2% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 30.5% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.6% | 10.7% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 8.3% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.1% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 16.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 43.9% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.4% | 94.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 94.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.4% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.5% | 37.2% | 17.3% |
| Christian | 37.3% | 46.2% | -8.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bedford Road was 52.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.7% higher than the Hackleton and Grange Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bedford Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Hackleton and Grange Park and the 618th lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Bedford Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £436,000 | 2024-12-09 | £454,111 |
| 9 Bedford Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £211,500 | 2024-08-28 | £221,182 |
| 16 Bedford Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2023-12-01 | £754,468 |
| 38 Bedford Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2023-01-18 | £464,135 |
| 26 Bedford Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-11-16 | £429,612 |
NN7 1DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 71 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denton Primary School Vicarage Lane , Denton NN7 1DT | 3out of 4 | 305 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cogenhoe Primary School York Avenue , Cogenhoe NN7 1NB | 3out of 4 | 3,022 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yardley Hastings Primary School Castle Ashby Road , Yardley Hastings NN7 1EL | 4out of 4 | 3,154 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Houghton Church of England Primary Lodge Close , Lodge Road NN7 1AF | 3out of 4 | 3,813 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hackleton CofE Primary School Main Road , NN7 2AB | 4out of 4 | 4,775 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Spires Academy 59-77 Sheep Street , NN1 2NE | - not rated | 5,442 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mooche Wala | 1 Main Street, Denton | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | 1 Main Street, Denton | 210 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Denton Recreation Ground VICARAGE LANE | grass pitches | 186 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 | 36.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 89.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 600 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.