Ashton Grove is in Wellingborough and in North Northamptonshire district. NN8 5ZA 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 Ashton Grove, Wellingborough, NN8 5ZA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN8 5UB, NN8 5FJ, NN8 5UF, NN8 5UN, NN8 5UD, NN8 5NW, NN8 5ZB, NN8 5NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN8 5ZA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 47% | 49.4% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 53% | 50.6% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 5ZA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.6% 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 | 23.2% | 33.2% | 10.0% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.1% | 56.6% | -9.5% | 44.2% | 12.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 5.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.3%) 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 | 55.1% | 57.8% | 2.7% | 48.4% | 9.4% |
| Good health | 35% | 29.5% | -5.5% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 7.7% | 9.2% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 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 | 11.9% | 16.8% | 4.9% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 9.2% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 11.7% | -9.2% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 18.4% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.8% | 37.2% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 10.7% | 11.6% | 0.9% | 3.1% | 8.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| White | 82.1% | 79.7% | -2.4% | 81.4% | -1.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 86.1% 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 | 88.9% | 86.1% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.5% | 86.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 9.2% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 9% | 1.2% | -7.8% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 38% | 46.2% | -8.2% |
| Hindu | 11.6% | 1.7% | 9.9% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashton Grove was 214.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 187.1% higher than the Hatton Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashton Grove has the 2nd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Hatton Park and the 80th highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 385.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Ashton Grove, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2025-07-17 | £416,653 |
| 1 Ashton Grove, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2025-03-07 | £445,010 |
| 7 Ashton Grove, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £428,000 | 2022-11-22 | £428,000 |
| 4 Ashton Grove, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-12-13 | £420,455 |
| 30 Ashton Grove, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £302,000 | 2019-08-16 | £380,045 |
NN8 5ZA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,566 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Nursery School Finedon Road , NN8 4AB | 3out of 4 | 2,587 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 | 620 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olympic Primary Olympic Way , NN8 3QA | 2out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakway Academy Off Oakway , NN8 4SD | 2out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freemans Endowed Church of England Junior Academy Westfield Road , NN8 3HD | 3out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Barnabas Church of England School St Barnabas Street , NN8 3HB | 3out of 4 | 2,204 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,874 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Christopher Hatton Academy The Pyghtle , NN8 4RP | 4out of 4 | 1,917 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenn School London Road , NN8 2DQ | 3out of 4 | 3,238 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 | 2,589 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Academy Friars Close , NN8 2LA | 4out of 4 | 2,880 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellingborough School London Road , NN8 2BX | - not rated | 3,205 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 | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vicarage Farm Community Centre | 36 Grafton Close, Wellingborough | 366 yd | |
| Redwell Leisure Centre | Barnwell Road, Wellingborough | 549 yd | |
| Ock And Dough Public House | Public House, 18 - 20 Farm Road | 708 yd | |
| Ale Hub | 9 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 759 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 7 Grafton Close, Wellingborough | 366 yd | |
| Agatha's | 11 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 770 yd | |
| Aroma Takeaway | 12 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 770 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 10 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 770 yd | |
| Greek Yefseis | 2 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1 - 2 Grafton Close, Wellingborough | 317 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Group T/A Balfour | 3 Farm Road, Wellingborough | 770 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redwell Leisure Centre BARNWELL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 553 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.