NN1 1AF is an up-and-coming urban area located 1.1km from Cotton End in Northampton. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Castle ward and the Northampton South constituency.
Day-to-day life in NN1 1AF has the character of a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of West Northamptonshire. Employment levels are high (61% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (357 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for NN1 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00188957 (shared with 38 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NN1 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NN1 1AF.
251
32
£ 42,000 /yr
73%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN1 1AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NN1 1AF is a young, economically active community — 73% of working-age residents are in employment and the average age is just 32, signalling strong graduate retention. Above-average crime reflects the high footfall and commercial activity in this zone.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN1 1AF. The average age is 32.1. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near NN1 1AF are high at 357 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
The Spires Academy
Spring Lane Primary School
Castle Academy
Vernon Terrace Primary School
The CE Academy
Northampton International Academy
Hospital and Outreach Education
Stimpson Avenue Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
79 nearby- The Range0.9 km
- W H Smith0.9 km
- Andreoli0.3 km
- B&M Retail Ltd0.6 km
- Bailiff Street Mini Market0.9 km
- + 74 more
Restaurant, Cafe
168 nearby- Ch & Co Ltd0.9 km
- KFC0.9 km
- Starbucks Coffee0.9 km
- Super Sausage Cafeteria1.0 km
- The Magic Bean Emporium0.9 km
- + 163 more
Supermarkets
16 nearby- Lidl1.0 km
- Europe Supermarket0.3 km
- Premier Abington Street0.2 km
- Bestpol Supermarket0.9 km
- Family Shopper0.8 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
46 nearby- Sza Bar0.1 km
- The Rifle Drum0.3 km
- The Wedgwood0.3 km
- Velvet Room0.1 km
- Fiddlers0.8 km
- + 41 more
Takeaway Shop
50 nearby- Mooboo Bubble Tea0.2 km
- Chicken Palace0.6 km
- King Kebab0.8 km
- King Kebab Restaurant0.8 km
- Turkish Grill & Shawarma0.8 km
- + 45 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- The Park Inn0.5 km
- Travelodge0.4 km
- Plough Hotel0.4 km
- Ibis Hotel0.6 km
- Premier Inn Swan Street0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton0.9 km
- Long Buckby14.6 km
- Wellingborough16.5 km
Bus Stops
- Derngate Centre0.0 km
- Post Office0.0 km
- Derngate Centre0.0 km
- Derngate Centre0.1 km
- Royal Theatre0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NN11AF · Data under Open Government Licence