NN12 6DE is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Towcester in Towcester. Administratively it sits within Towcester and Roade ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.
For renters and young professionals, NN12 6DE 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 rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 6DE are sourced from Output Area E00138892 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NN12 6DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NN12 6DE.
171
39
£ 53,000 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN12 6DE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NN12 6DE spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN12 6DE. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN12 6DE has low crime rates — 28 incidents 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 Club0.9 km
- The Brave Old Oak0.3 km
- The Plough0.4 km
- The Watling Street Village0.4 km
- Towcester Football Supporters Club0.8 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Hartwells of Towcester0.4 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- Miss Lillies0.3 km
- One Stop0.9 km
- Baguettes Bakes & Cakes0.3 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- A5 Towcester Cafe0.3 km
- Dil Raj0.5 km
- Moghul Rooms0.3 km
- Truva Charcoal Grill & Bar0.5 km
- The Rice Bowl Chinese Restaurant0.2 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Mid Counties Cooperative0.4 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Chans Fish & Chips0.9 km
- Hin's Kitchen0.5 km
- Lees Cottage0.8 km
- Milano Pizzas0.3 km
- Ozzy's Express0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Saracens Head0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton12.8 km
- Wolverton15.1 km
- Milton Keynes Central18.7 km
Bus Stops
- Police Station0.0 km
- Police Station0.0 km
- Saracens Head Hotel0.2 km
- Northgate0.2 km
- Saracens Head Hotel0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NN126DE · Data under Open Government Licence