NN12 6BX is a sought-after residential area on Watling Street West, 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 6BX offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 56% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £599k, up 43.7% year-on-year. 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 6BX are sourced from Output Area E00138892 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WATLING STREET WEST, NN12 6BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATLING STREET WEST, NN12 6BX.
171
39
£ 53,000 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN12 6BX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NN12 6BX spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 43.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN12 6BX. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 350,000
5 sales · Mean £ 384,300
Semi-Detached
£ 810,000
2 sales · Mean £ 810,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NN12 6BX is moderate at 54 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.
school Local Schools
Sponne School
Towcester Church of England Primary School
Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Towcester Sports & Social Club0.7 km
- The Brave Old Oak0.0 km
- The Plough0.1 km
- The Watling Street Village0.0 km
- Towcester Football Supporters Club0.4 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Hartwells of Towcester0.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.6 km
- Miss Lillies0.1 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- Baguettes Bakes & Cakes0.0 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- A5 Towcester Cafe0.0 km
- Dil Raj0.2 km
- Moghul Rooms0.1 km
- Truva Charcoal Grill & Bar0.2 km
- The Rice Bowl Chinese Restaurant0.1 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Mid Counties Cooperative0.1 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Chans Fish & Chips0.5 km
- Hin's Kitchen0.2 km
- Lees Cottage0.5 km
- Milano Pizzas0.1 km
- Ozzy's Express0.6 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Saracens Head0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton13.0 km
- Wolverton14.8 km
- Milton Keynes Central18.4 km
Bus Stops
- Brave Old Oak PH0.0 km
- Brave Old Oak PH0.0 km
- Demand Responsive Area0.1 km
- Saracens Head Hotel0.1 km
- Saracens Head Hotel0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NN126BX · Data under Open Government Licence