NN17 1BX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on James Watt Avenue in Corby. Administratively it sits within Lloyds ward and the Corby constituency.
For families considering a move, NN17 1BX represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 52% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £167k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NN17 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00137113 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
JAMES WATT AVENUE, NN17 1BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JAMES WATT AVENUE, NN17 1BX.
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£ 46,900 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN17 1BX 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. NN17 1BX's 52% ownership and 37-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN17 1BX. The average age is 36.8. 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
£ 135,000
3 sales · Mean £ 154,000
Terraced
£ 144,750
4 sales · Mean £ 148,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN17 1BX has low crime rates — 49 incidents 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
Pen Green Centre for Children and Their Families
Rockingham Primary School
Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Primary School
Studfall Infant Academy
Corby Old Village Primary School
Corby Technical School
Studfall Junior Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Neha Convenience Store0.4 km
- Boots0.6 km
- B And M Stores0.9 km
- Cost Cutter0.4 km
- Eastern Grocery0.9 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Corby Forest Bowling Club0.2 km
- Masonic Lodge0.6 km
- S & L Football Club0.6 km
- S & L Bowling Club0.3 km
- The Sorting Room0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Cafe Luna0.7 km
- Royal Tandoori0.4 km
- Mazza0.9 km
- Voujon Corby Ltd0.4 km
- Asda Cafe Compass0.6 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.6 km
- Marks And Spencers Simply Food0.6 km
- Mini Sam0.4 km
- Asda Superstore0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Castle Kebab House0.9 km
- Johnny Wong0.9 km
- Wing Hing Takeaway0.4 km
- Mr Chois0.4 km
- King Hong Takeaway0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Raven Hotel (inc. SergeantPepper's Bar & Restaurant)0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Corby1.2 km
- Kettering12.3 km
- Market Harborough15.2 km
Bus Stops
- Whitworth Avenue0.1 km
- Whitworth Avenue0.1 km
- Nasmith Avenue0.2 km
- Nasmith Avenue0.2 km
- The Game Bird PH0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NN171BX · Data under Open Government Licence