De Ferneus Drive is in Raunds, Wellingborough and in North Northamptonshire district. NN9 6SU is located in the Raunds electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Corby. This postcode has been in use since 1987-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about De Ferneus Drive, Raunds, Wellingborough, NN9 6SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN9 6TB, NN9 6SX, NN9 6TA, NN9 6ST, NN9 6LG, NN9 6SR, NN9 6HU, NN9 6LD, NN9 6HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN9 6SU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 50.9% | 49.1% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.9% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 33.3% | 41.3% | 8.0% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 43.9% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 7% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 47.2% | 43.3% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 39.5% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 13.8% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 17.4% | 13.2% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 11.8% | -8.4% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 21% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 7% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 20.2% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 23.5% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 95.4% 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% | 95.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.3% | 37.2% | 23.1% |
| Christian | 30.6% | 46.2% | -15.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around De Ferneus Drive was 42.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.2% lower than the Raunds average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
De Ferneus Drive has the 10th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Raunds and the 398th lowest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 De Ferneus Drive, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-08-20 | £179,476 |
| 58 De Ferneus Drive, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-02-27 | £337,037 |
| 53 De Ferneus Drive, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-10-01 | £378,789 |
| 40 De Ferneus Drive, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-08-23 | £249,610 |
| 61 De Ferneus Drive, Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2024-02-29 | £266,899 |
NN9 6SU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill Primary School Windmill Lane , Raunds NN9 6LA | 3out of 4 | 373 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Raunds Park Infant School Park Street , Raunds NN9 6NB | 3out of 4 | 851 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Academy Mountbatten Way , Raunds NN9 6PA | 3out of 4 | 970 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringstead Church of England Primary School Church Street , Ringstead NN14 4DH | 3out of 4 | 2,268 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanwick Academy Church Street , Stanwick NN9 6PS | 3out of 4 | 2,685 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor School Sports College Mountbatten Way , Raunds NN9 6PA | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Schools - Thrapston East Northamptonshire Council House , Cedar Drive NN14 4LZ | - not rated | 5,320 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raunds Community Cafe / Food Bank | 19 High Street, Raunds | 388 yd | |
| Mughal Dynasty | 17 High Street, Raunds | 409 yd | |
| Cookies Bakers & Confectioners Ltd | 22 Brook Street, Raunds | 633 yd | |
| Raunds Methodist Church | Methodist Church, Brook Street | 633 yd | |
| Jesters Bistro Bar | 43 Brook Street, Raunds | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Raunds Conservative Club | The Conservative Club, Manor Street | 403 yd | |
| The George & Dragon | The George And Dragon, High Street | 409 yd | |
| The World Upside Down | 8 Marshalls Road, Raunds | 473 yd | |
| Raunds Town Cricket Club | The Cricket Ground, Marshalls Road | 473 yd | |
| Woodpecker Restaurant | 31 Marshalls Road, Raunds | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Fish Bar | 23 High Street, Raunds | 409 yd | |
| Raunds Cottage | The Cottage, 11 High Street | 409 yd | |
| Taste Of Spice | 7 High Street, Raunds | 409 yd | |
| Raunds Fishbar | 2 Hill Street, Raunds | 553 yd | |
| Curry Express Limited | 77 - 79 Brook Street, Raunds | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 91 - 93 Brook Street, Raunds | 855 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd. | ASDA Store, Michael Way | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windmill Primary School WINDMILL LANE | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| Raunds Cricket Club MARSHALLS ROAD | grass pitches | 702 yd |
| Manor Sport And Leisure Ltd MOUNTBATTEN WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 826 yd |
| Kiln Park LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 851 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 | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 131.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.