Postcode Analysis West Northamptonshire, East Midlands

CHURCH LANE, NN12 6AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH LANE, NN12 6AB.

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Population

171

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 53,000 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NN12 6AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

NN12 6AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 41% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (39) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

NN12 6AB is a well-regarded residential area on Church Lane, 0.1km from Towcester in Towcester. Administratively it sits within Towcester and Roade ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.

For renters and young professionals, NN12 6AB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 56% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NN12 6AB are sourced from Output Area E00138892 (shared with 24 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 NN12 6AB. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.3%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around NN12 6AB is moderate at 62 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 offences53
Anti-social behaviour30
Other theft13
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson9

school Local Schools

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Towcester Church of England Primary School

Good388 pupils0.3 km
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Sponne School

Outstanding1446 pupils0.5 km
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Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School

Good421 pupils0.8 km
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Marie Weller Primary School

15 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Hartwells of Towcester0.1 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Miss Lillies0.2 km
  • One Stop0.7 km
  • B & M Retail Ltd0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • The Brave Old Oak0.2 km
  • The Plough0.1 km
  • The Watling Street Village0.1 km
  • Towcester Football Supporters Club0.3 km
  • Towcester Mill Brewery Ltd0.1 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • A5 Towcester Cafe0.2 km
  • Dil Raj0.1 km
  • Moghul Rooms0.2 km
  • Truva Charcoal Grill & Bar0.1 km
  • Clarke and Dean0.1 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • Mid Counties Cooperative0.1 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Chans Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • Hin's Kitchen0.1 km
  • Lees Cottage0.3 km
  • Milano Pizzas0.2 km
  • Ozzy's Express0.4 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Saracens Head0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northampton13.0 km
  • Wolverton14.6 km
  • Milton Keynes Central18.2 km

Bus Stops

  • The Lindens0.2 km
  • Brave Old Oak PH0.2 km
  • Brave Old Oak PH0.2 km
  • Demand Responsive Area0.2 km
  • The Forum0.3 km