NN12 6BD is a sought-after residential area on Woodcroft Close, 0.7km from Wood Burcote in Towcester. Administratively it sits within Towcester and Roade ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.
For serious buyers, NN12 6BD is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £272k. 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 6BD are sourced from Output Area E00138883 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODCROFT CLOSE, NN12 6BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODCROFT CLOSE, NN12 6BD.
480
42
£ 46,700 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN12 6BD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NN12 6BD's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £272k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £272k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN12 6BD. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 265,000
4 sales · Mean £ 259,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN12 6BD has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School
Towcester Church of England Primary School
Marie Weller Primary School
Sponne School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Towcester Sports & Social Club0.7 km
- Towcester Football Supporters Club1.0 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- Towcester Community Food1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chans Fish & Chips1.0 km
- Ozzy's Express0.9 km
- Pizza @ 751.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Olive Tree Restaurant1.0 km
- The Ganges0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton14.2 km
- Wolverton14.2 km
- Milton Keynes Central17.7 km
Bus Stops
- Oat Hill Road (South End)0.2 km
- Oat Hill Road (South End)0.2 km
- Oat Hill Road0.2 km
- Oat Hill Road0.3 km
- Burcote Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NN126BD · Data under Open Government Licence