Postcode Analysis North Northamptonshire, East Midlands

BAKER CRESCENT, NN29 7BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAKER CRESCENT, NN29 7BB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

323

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NN29 7BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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Area Character

NN29 7BB has a significant social housing presence — 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 5.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NN29 7BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Baker Crescent, 0.2km from Irchester in Irchester. Administratively it sits within Irchester ward and the Wellingborough constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, NN29 7BB is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £242k, down 5.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NN29 7BB are sourced from Output Area E00139060 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN29 7BB. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.6%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 235,000

9 sales · Mean £ 221,555

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NN29 7BB has low crime rates — 36 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.

Violence and sexual offences45
Anti-social behaviour23
Criminal damage and arson14
Shoplifting12
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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Irchester Community Primary School

Good381 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Irchester Convenience Store0.7 km
  • Irchester Park Store0.2 km
  • Little Devil Distillery Ltd0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Irchester Bowling Club0.4 km
  • Irchester Sports Association0.2 km
  • The Carpenters Arms0.5 km
  • Irchester Working Mens Club0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Irchester Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Magic Chef0.4 km
  • Yummies Kebab And Pizza0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Delhi Cottage0.2 km
  • Pear Tree Cafe Of Irchester0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op Stores0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wellingborough3.1 km
  • Kettering13.6 km
  • Northampton18.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Thrift Street0.2 km
  • Thrift Street0.2 km
  • Alfred Street0.3 km
  • Vicarage0.4 km
  • Vicarage0.4 km