Thirlmere is in Wellingborough and in North Northamptonshire district. NN8 3ZB is located in the Brickhill and Queensway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wellingborough. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thirlmere, Wellingborough, NN8 3ZB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN8 3ZH, NN8 3FS, NN8 3XN, NN8 3EP, NN8 3XJ, NN8 3ZG, NN8 3QE, NN8 3QB, NN8 3XQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN8 3ZB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 49.6% | 48.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 50.4% | 51.2% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NN8 3ZB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.2% | 55.7% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 17.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.5% | 23.3% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -20.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 7.1% | 4.1% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 16.5% | 12.3% | -4.2% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 45% | 39.2% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 33.4% | 3.2% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 16.4% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 8.5% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around NN8 3ZB this area, 31.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 | 35.3% | 31.3% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.6% | 12% | -8.6% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 15.2% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 14.3% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 20.3% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.3% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 3.9% | 9.5% | 5.6% | 2.5% | 7.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.5% | 5.4% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 84.5% | 77% | -7.5% | 81.4% | -4.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 79.1% 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 | 93% | 79.1% | -13.9% | 83.2% | -4.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 13.5% | 11.2% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 6.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 79.4% | -13.2% | 83.2% | -3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.8% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 5.4% | 5.0% | 2.9% | 2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 2.7% | -3.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59% | 76.7% | -17.7% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Romania | 4.1% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thirlmere was 117.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.9% higher than the Brickhill and Queensway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thirlmere has the 36th highest crime rate of 93 local areas in Brickhill and Queensway and the 232nd highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Thirlmere, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,995 | 2017-12-15 | £190,869 |
| 2 Thirlmere, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2007-05-14 | £186,406 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 1,664 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Finedon Road , NN8 4AB | 3out of 4 | 2,620 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Primary Olympic Way , NN8 3QA | 2out of 4 | 299 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskin Academy Ruskin Avenue , NN8 3EG | 2out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskin Infant School Ruskin Avenue , NN8 3EG | - not rated | 1,030 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redwell Primary School Barnwell Road , NN8 5LQ | - not rated | 1,197 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freemans Endowed Church of England Junior Academy Westfield Road , NN8 3HD | 3out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 826 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Christopher Hatton Academy The Pyghtle , NN8 4RP | 4out of 4 | 1,915 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenn School London Road , NN8 2DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,655 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friars Academy Friars Close , NN8 2LA | 4out of 4 | 2,225 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Gate Primary School -Two Sites and Satellite Rowan Gate Primary School , Finedon Road NN8 4NS | 4out of 4 | 2,656 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellingborough School London Road , NN8 2BX | - not rated | 2,681 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bitz & Bites Catering - Langdale Court | Langdale Court, 151 Windermere Drive | 176 yd | |
| Boohoo Group Plc - Baxterstorey | 1 - 19 Shaw Close, Wellingborough | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vicarage Farm Community Centre | 36 Grafton Close, Wellingborough | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pink Dolphin Fish And Chips | 2 Olympic Way, Wellingborough | 188 yd | |
| Golden House | 3 Olympic Way, Wellingborough | 278 yd | |
| Subway | 7 Grafton Close, Wellingborough | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Welcome | 10 Olympic Way, Wellingborough | 278 yd | |
| Tesco | 1 - 2 Grafton Close, Wellingborough | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glamis Hall GOLDSMITH ROAD | grass pitches | 543 yd |
| Weavers Leisure Centre WEAVERS SPORTS CENTRE WEAVERS SPORTS CENTRE WEAVERS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 839 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 104.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.