Northampton Road is in Wellingborough and in North Northamptonshire district. NN8 3PL is located in the Brickhill and Queensway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wellingborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Northampton Road, Wellingborough, NN8 3PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN8 2AW, NN8 2BG, NN8 3PJ, NN8 2BD, NN8 3LZ, NN8 3LX, NN8 2BE, NN8 3NA, NN8 3LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN8 3PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.9% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.1% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 20.4% | 31.9% | 11.5% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 49% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 8.7% | -4.9% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 6.5% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 36.1% | 43.7% | 7.6% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 32% | -7.8% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 15.8% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4% | 7.9% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 25.2% | 21.3% | -3.9% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 12.2% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 15.6% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 10.6% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 15.2% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 24% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.1% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 4.3% | 8.9% | 4.6% | 3.1% | 5.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.6% | 82.6% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 1.2% |
In this area, 84.1% 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 | 91.6% | 84.1% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 6.4% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.6% | 82.2% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.6% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.4% | 1.6% | -8.8% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Hindu | 6.7% | 1.7% | 5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northampton Road was 26.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.0% lower than the Brickhill and Queensway average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Northampton Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Brickhill and Queensway and the 183rd lowest crime rate of 1,075 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109 Northampton Road, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2022-02-23 | £406,479 |
| 111 Northampton Road, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-01-13 | £357,818 |
| 97 Northampton Road, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £289,000 | 2021-10-14 | £323,245 |
| 101 Northampton Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2018-02-15 | £393,819 |
| 99 Northampton Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2017-11-24 | £338,000 |
NN8 3PL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NN8 3PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croyland Nursery School & Day Nursery Croyland Road , NN8 2AX | 4out of 4 | 526 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Finedon Road , NN8 4AB | 3out of 4 | 2,441 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School Henshaw Road , NN8 2BE | 2out of 4 | 187 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Junior School Henshaw Road , NN8 2BE | - not rated | 189 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Wellingborough Henshaw Road , NN8 2BE | - not rated | 189 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Croyland Primary School Croyland Road , NN8 2AX | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Croyland Junior School Croyland Road , NN8 2AX | - not rated | 685 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weavers Academy Brickhill Road , NN8 3JH | 3out of 4 | 696 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weavers School Brickhill Road , NN8 3JH | - not rated | 696 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Lea School Doddington Road , NN8 2NJ | - not rated | 1,620 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenn School London Road , NN8 2DQ | - not rated | 1,666 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenn School London Road , NN8 2DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlawn School Spring Gardens , NN8 2AA | - not rated | 980 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Friars Close , NN8 2LA | - not rated | 1,199 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars School Friars Close , NN8 2LA | - not rated | 1,254 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Friars School Friars Close , NN8 2LA | - not rated | 1,254 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Academy Friars Close , NN8 2LA | 4out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK Protap Restaurant | 2A Northampton Road, Wellingborough | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sams Takeaway | 54B Northampton Road, Wellingborough | 501 yd | |
| Swedish Kitchen | 196 Northampton Road, Wellingborough | 502 yd | |
| Yuan Chinese Takeaway | 23 Oxford Street, Wellingborough | 907 yd | |
| Heung Yang | 32-32A Oxford Street, Wellingborough | 907 yd | |
| Nemo's Fish Bar | 31A Oxford Street, Wellingborough | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 51 Queensway, Wellingborough | 584 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 97 - 99 Kingsway, Wellingborough | 818 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Store And Petrol, 260 Northampton Road | 855 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Croyland Park MANNOCK ROAD | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Weavers Leisure Centre WEAVERS SPORTS CENTRE WEAVERS SPORTS CENTRE WEAVERS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 547 yd |
| Wellingborough Swimming Pool (Closed) Croyland Road | swimming pool | 867 yd |
| Bassetts Close (Closed) West Villa Road | grass pitches | 1,022 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 | 79.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.