NN12 6BW is a sought-after residential area on Sycamore Close, 0.9km from Wood Burcote in Towcester. Administratively it sits within Towcester and Roade ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.
For serious buyers, NN12 6BW is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. 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. 87% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k. 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 6BW are sourced from Output Area E00138878 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SYCAMORE CLOSE, NN12 6BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYCAMORE CLOSE, NN12 6BW.
306
42
£ 46,700 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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 6BW's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £285k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £285k 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 6BW. The average age is 41.8. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 273,500
12 sales · Mean £ 271,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN12 6BW has low crime rates — 18 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
Sponne School
Marie Weller Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Towcester Sports & Social Club0.4 km
- Towcester Football Supporters Club0.8 km
- Monk & Tipster0.9 km
- The Peacock0.8 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
- One Stop0.4 km
- Towcester Foodbank0.8 km
- Towcester Community Food0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Dil Raj0.9 km
- Truva Charcoal Grill & Bar0.9 km
- Olive Tree Restaurant0.8 km
- The Ganges0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Chans Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Hin's Kitchen0.9 km
- Lees Cottage0.8 km
- Ozzy's Express0.7 km
- Pizza @ 750.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose Ltd0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton14.0 km
- Wolverton14.3 km
- Milton Keynes Central17.9 km
Bus Stops
- Oat Hill Road0.1 km
- Oat Hill Road0.2 km
- Oat Hill Road (South End)0.2 km
- Oat Hill Road (South End)0.2 km
- Hesketh Crescent0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NN126BW · Data under Open Government Licence