Chapel Lane is in Little Harrowden, Wellingborough and in North Northamptonshire district. NN9 5BW is located in the Earls Barton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wellingborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Lane, Little Harrowden, Wellingborough, NN9 5BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN9 5BZ, NN9 5BA, NN9 5BB, NN9 5XY, NN9 5AR, NN9 5AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN9 5BW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 52.3% | 48.7% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 47.7% | 51.3% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 NN9 5BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% 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 | 25.2% | 25.4% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 58.3% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 10.3% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 4.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 45.1% | 45% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 37.4% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 16% | 12.4% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 4.5% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 14.7% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 11.6% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 16.6% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.2% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.2% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 31.9% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0.9% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 96% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 97.6% | 93.7% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 97.1% | 93.9% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.7% | 76.7% | 7.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Lane was 36.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.2% lower than the Earls Barton average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Chapel Lane has the 14th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Earls Barton and the 322nd lowest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Chapel Lane, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2021-11-12 | £691,548 |
| 4 Chapel Lane, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2009-02-25 | £1,372,596 |
| 1 Chapel Lane, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £448,750 | 2007-01-12 | £856,705 |
| 3 Chapel Lane, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Detached, a newly built property | £249,000 | 2003-11-21 | £569,143 |
NN9 5BW 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 | 126 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 32 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Finedon Road , NN8 4AB | 3out of 4 | 4,434 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croyland Nursery School & Day Nursery Croyland Road , NN8 2AX | 4out of 4 | 4,926 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Harrowden Community Primary School School Lane , Little Harrowden NN9 5BN | 3out of 4 | 37 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redwell Primary School Barnwell Road , NN8 5LQ | - not rated | 2,835 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isham Church of England Primary School Church Street , Isham NN14 1HD | 4out of 4 | 3,047 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakway Academy Off Oakway , NN8 4SD | 2out of 4 | 3,469 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pytchley Endowed Church of England Primary School High Street , Pytchley NN14 1EN | 3out of 4 | 3,505 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,945 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weavers Academy Brickhill Road , NN8 3JH | 3out of 4 | 4,245 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenn School London Road , NN8 2DQ | 3out of 4 | 5,455 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 | 4,405 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Academy Friars Close , NN8 2LA | 4out of 4 | 5,153 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellingborough School London Road , NN8 2BX | - not rated | 5,391 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Harrowden Working Mens Club | 94 Main Street, Little Harrowden | 157 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Little Harrowden Main Street | grass pitches | 150 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.