Woodstock Close is in Wellingborough and in North Northamptonshire district. NN8 5YQ is located in the Hatton Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wellingborough. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodstock Close, Wellingborough, NN8 5YQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN8 5YR, NN8 5YU, NN8 5YB, NN8 5YT, NN8 5YG, NN8 5YX, NN8 5YW, NN8 5EZ, NN8 5YN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN8 5YQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.1% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49% | 48.9% | -0.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NN8 5YQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 24.8% | 27.5% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 53.9% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 8.6% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 41.3% | 44.2% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 39.5% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 13% | 11.6% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.8% | 17.6% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 9.4% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.9% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 3% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 13.9% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 39.7% | 13.9% | 33.8% | 5.9% |
| Other | 6% | 2.6% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 7.8% | 13.2% | 5.4% | 3.1% | 10.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.4% | 3.8% | -2.6% | 1.0% | 2.8% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 80.3% | 74.8% | -5.5% | 81.4% | -6.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 78.7% 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 | 86.1% | 78.7% | -7.4% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 7.2% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 6.1% | 6.6% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.5% | 78.7% | -5.8% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 15.7% | 15.4% | 9.8% | 5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.7% | 0.6% | -12.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 6.6% | 1.7% | 4.9% |
| Sikh | 5% | 0.9% | 4.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodstock Close was 32.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.6% lower than the Hatton Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodstock Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Hatton Park and the 253rd lowest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% 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 Woodstock Close, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2006-06-02 | £263,487 |
| 10 Woodstock Close, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2005-12-19 | £338,611 |
| 10 Woodstock Close, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2003-04-30 | £353,545 |
| 6 Woodstock Close, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,500 | 2001-07-20 | £264,055 |
| 10 Woodstock Close, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,250 | 2000-08-11 | £407,097 |
NN8 5YQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 5YQ 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 1,896 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Finedon Road , NN8 4AB | 3out of 4 | 1,953 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwell Primary School Barnwell Road , NN8 5LQ | - not rated | 241 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakway Academy Off Oakway , NN8 4SD | 2out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olympic Primary Olympic Way , NN8 3QA | 2out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freemans Endowed Church of England Junior Academy Westfield Road , NN8 3HD | 3out of 4 | 1,299 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Barnabas Church of England School St Barnabas Street , NN8 3HB | 3out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Christopher Hatton Academy The Pyghtle , NN8 4RP | 4out of 4 | 1,248 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weavers Academy Brickhill Road , NN8 3JH | 3out of 4 | 1,318 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenn School London Road , NN8 2DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowan Gate Primary School -Two Sites and Satellite Rowan Gate Primary School , Finedon Road NN8 4NS | 4out of 4 | 1,967 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Academy Friars Close , NN8 2LA | 4out of 4 | 2,157 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellingborough School London Road , NN8 2BX | - not rated | 2,478 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Spice Merchant | 1 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 722 yd | |
| Bitz & Bites Catering - Langdale Court | Langdale Court, 151 Windermere Drive | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwell Leisure Centre | Barnwell Road, Wellingborough | 340 yd | |
| Vicarage Farm Community Centre | 36 Grafton Close, Wellingborough | 475 yd | |
| Wellingborough Cricket Club | Cricket Club, 16 Redwell Road | 666 yd | |
| Ale Hub | 9 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 686 yd | |
| Ock And Dough Public House | Public House, 18 - 20 Farm Road | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 7 Grafton Close, Wellingborough | 475 yd | |
| Agatha's | 11 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 700 yd | |
| Aroma Takeaway | 12 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 700 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 10 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 700 yd | |
| Greek Yefseis | 2 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1 - 2 Grafton Close, Wellingborough | 509 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Group T/A Balfour | 3 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 700 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redwell Leisure Centre BARNWELL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 336 yd |
| Wellingborough Town Cricket Club REDWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Wellingborough Bowling Club HATTON STREET | indoor bowls | 855 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.