NN12 6BF is a sought-after residential area on Longwater, 0.9km from Towcester in Towcester. Administratively it sits within Towcester and Roade ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.
For serious buyers, NN12 6BF is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 82% 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: Prices average £585k. 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 6BF are sourced from Output Area E00138903 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONGWATER, NN12 6BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGWATER, NN12 6BF.
617
39
£ 53,000 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN12 6BF 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.
Area Character
NN12 6BF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £585k, 82% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £585k 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 6BF. The average age is 39.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 497,500
4 sales · Mean £ 503,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NN12 6BF has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Sponne School
Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School
Towcester Church of England Primary School
Greens Norton Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Hartwells of Towcester0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
- Miss Lillies0.8 km
- Baguettes Bakes & Cakes0.8 km
- Farm Shop0.7 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Brave Old Oak0.9 km
- The Plough0.9 km
- The Watling Street Village0.9 km
- The Bull0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- A5 Towcester Cafe0.8 km
- Moghul Rooms0.8 km
- Truva Charcoal Grill & Bar0.9 km
- Starbucks0.8 km
- The Rice Bowl Chinese Restaurant0.8 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Mid Counties Cooperative0.9 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Milano Pizzas0.8 km
- Pizza @ 750.8 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.8 km
- Saracens Head0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton13.2 km
- Wolverton15.6 km
- Long Buckby18.7 km
Bus Stops
- Cemetery0.4 km
- Cemetery0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NN126BF · Data under Open Government Licence