NN8 1ER is a mixed residential area on Gordon Road, 0.5km from Wellingborough in Wellingborough. Administratively it sits within Finedon ward and the Wellingborough constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of North Northamptonshire.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 81 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 8.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NN8 1ER are sourced from Output Area E00138954 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GORDON ROAD, NN8 1ER House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GORDON ROAD, NN8 1ER.
437
37
£ 40,900 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN8 1ER falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NN8 1ER is an established family neighbourhood — 50% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 8.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN8 1ER. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 185,000
1 sales · Mean £ 185,000
Terraced
£ 162,500
9 sales · Mean £ 161,055
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NN8 1ER is moderate at 81 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Park Junior School, Wellingborough
Victoria Primary Academy
The Avenue Infant School
Rowan Gate Primary School -Two Sites and Satellite
Highfield Nursery School
All Saints CEVA Primary School and Nursery
Sir Christopher Hatton Academy
Wrenn School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
25 nearby- The Little Ale House0.7 km
- British Rail Staff Club0.2 km
- Gloucester Public House0.4 km
- Palm Beach Bar & Club0.5 km
- The Cannon Public House0.2 km
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Oak House Private Hotel0.8 km
- Hind Wellingborough Limited0.6 km
- Canberra Guest House0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Adam's Desserts0.5 km
- Jennys Restaurant0.6 km
- Sams Chicken0.3 km
- Yumeijin Restaurant0.9 km
- Ali's Restaurant0.3 km
- + 29 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Just Pizza UK0.5 km
- Papa Johns0.4 km
- Christ Exalted Church0.6 km
- Flames0.4 km
- Millennium Pizzas0.4 km
- + 25 more
Retailers - Other
59 nearby- Afro Shop0.2 km
- Al-Raheem Store0.4 km
- Ame's Regent Super Store0.2 km
- Best Pol Delicatessen0.5 km
- Cake Box0.6 km
- + 54 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods0.5 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.7 km
- Heron Foods0.4 km
- Big Europe0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wellingborough0.8 km
- Kettering10.2 km
- Northampton16.8 km
Bus Stops
- Baptist Church0.2 km
- Mill Rd0.2 km
- Victoria Junior School0.2 km
- Cambridge Street0.2 km
- Albert Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NN81ER · Data under Open Government Licence