Postcode Analysis West Northamptonshire, East Midlands

WOODCROFT CLOSE, NN12 6BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODCROFT CLOSE, NN12 6BD.

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Population

480

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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10/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

Anti-social behaviour14
Violence and sexual offences12
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons2
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School

Good421 pupils0.8 km
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Towcester Church of England Primary School

Good388 pupils1.0 km
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Marie Weller Primary School

15 pupils1.0 km
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Sponne School

Outstanding1446 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Towcester Sports & Social Club0.7 km
  • Towcester Football Supporters Club1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
  • One Stop0.7 km
  • Towcester Community Food1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Chans Fish & Chips1.0 km
  • Ozzy's Express0.9 km
  • Pizza @ 751.0 km
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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