NN12 6DG is a sought-after residential area on Nelsons Yard, 0.3km from Towcester in Towcester. Administratively it sits within Towcester and Roade ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.
For serious buyers, NN12 6DG is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 66% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £400k. 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 6DG are sourced from Output Area E00138893 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NELSONS YARD, NN12 6DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NELSONS YARD, NN12 6DG.
198
40
£ 53,000 /yr
63%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN12 6DG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NN12 6DG is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £400k, 66% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN12 6DG. The average age is 39.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 400,000
1 sales · Mean £ 400,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN12 6DG has low crime rates — 43 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 Club0.8 km
- The Brave Old Oak0.2 km
- The Plough0.3 km
- The Watling Street Village0.3 km
- Towcester Football Supporters Club0.7 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Hartwells of Towcester0.3 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
- Miss Lillies0.2 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Baguettes Bakes & Cakes0.2 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- A5 Towcester Cafe0.2 km
- Dil Raj0.4 km
- Moghul Rooms0.2 km
- Truva Charcoal Grill & Bar0.4 km
- The Rice Bowl Chinese Restaurant0.1 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Mid Counties Cooperative0.3 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Chans Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Hin's Kitchen0.4 km
- Lees Cottage0.7 km
- Milano Pizzas0.2 km
- Ozzy's Express0.8 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Saracens Head0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton12.9 km
- Wolverton15.0 km
- Milton Keynes Central18.6 km
Bus Stops
- Saracens Head Hotel0.1 km
- Saracens Head Hotel0.1 km
- Police Station0.1 km
- Police Station0.1 km
- The Forum0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NN126DG · Data under Open Government Licence