Princes Close is in Weedon, Northampton and in West Northamptonshire district. NN7 4RE is located in the Woodford and Weedon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Daventry. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Princes Close, Weedon, Northampton, NN7 4RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN7 4RF, NN7 4QZ, NN7 4RQ, NN7 4QF, NN7 4QY, NN7 4QX, NN7 4RH, NN7 4RA, NN7 4RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN7 4RE has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 29.1% | 36.9% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 42.1% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 10.7% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 7.3% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.6% | 49.2% | 4.6% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 33.8% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 11.9% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 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.
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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 21.6% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 13% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 22.5% | 7.3% | 13.4% | 9.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 10.4% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 12.6% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.2% | 18.2% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.7% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.7% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 95.9% | 96.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 96.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 25.7% | 13.5% | 12.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princes Close was 78.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.0% lower than the Daventry East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Princes Close has the 34th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Daventry East and the 436th highest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Princes Close, Northampton, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2013-07-12 | £342,667 |
| 2 Princes Close, Northampton, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2008-05-28 | £329,734 |
| 1A Princes Close, Northampton, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £204,950 | 2007-01-19 | £356,648 |
| 2 Princes Close, Northampton, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2004-03-26 | £346,600 |
| 2 Princes Close, Northampton, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2001-01-26 | £324,642 |
NN7 4RE 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weedon Bec Primary School West Street , Weedon NN7 4QU | 3out of 4 | 510 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Flore Church of England Primary School The Avenue , Flore NN7 4LZ | 3out of 4 | 2,393 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bliss Charity School The Green , Nether Heyford NN7 3LE | 3out of 4 | 4,164 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newnham Primary School School Hill , Newnham NN11 3HG | 3out of 4 | 4,753 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granny's Cafe | 4 Church Street, Weedon | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop Community Stores Ltd | 14-16 Church Street, Weedon | 886 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Sports Field JUBILEE FIELD RECREATION GROUND JUBILEE FIELD RECREATION GROUND BRIDGE STREET | grass pitches | 851 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 | 10.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 10.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 10.0% |
| 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 | 41.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 56.22 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 56.22 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.