Postcode Analysis North Northamptonshire, East Midlands

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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Population

329

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 46,900 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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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.

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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences88
Anti-social behaviour42
Criminal damage and arson21
Drugs12
Vehicle crime12

school Local Schools

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Pen Green Centre for Children and Their Families

Outstanding132 pupils0.1 km
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Rockingham Primary School

Good328 pupils0.4 km
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Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Primary School

Good382 pupils0.9 km
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Studfall Infant Academy

Good395 pupils1.1 km
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Corby Old Village Primary School

Requires Improvement207 pupils1.1 km
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Corby Technical School

Outstanding953 pupils1.2 km
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Studfall Junior Academy

Good458 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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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

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
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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
fastfood

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

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