NN29 7BL is a safe, established residential area on James Street, 0.2km from London End in Irchester. Administratively it sits within Irchester ward and the Wellingborough constituency.
For families considering a move, NN29 7BL represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £209k.
Census 2021 statistics for NN29 7BL are sourced from Output Area E00139061 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
JAMES STREET, NN29 7BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JAMES STREET, NN29 7BL.
288
44
£ 42,200 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NN29 7BL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 75% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 NN29 7BL. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 261,500
2 sales · Mean £ 261,500
Flat
£ 109,000
3 sales · Mean £ 108,666
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
5 sales · Mean £ 210,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN29 7BL has low crime rates — 30 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
Irchester Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- The Co-Operative Pharmacy0.7 km
- Irchester Convenience Store0.3 km
- Irchester Park Store0.4 km
- Little Devil Distillery Ltd0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Irchester Bowling Club0.7 km
- Irchester Sports Association0.6 km
- The Carpenters Arms0.7 km
- Irchester Working Mens Club0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Irchester Fish Bar0.4 km
- Magic Chef0.7 km
- Yummies Kebab And Pizza0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Delhi Cottage0.4 km
- Pear Tree Cafe Of Irchester0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op Stores0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wellingborough3.6 km
- Kettering14.1 km
- Northampton18.6 km
Bus Stops
- Thrift Street0.3 km
- Vicarage0.4 km
- Vicarage0.4 km
- Thrift Street0.4 km
- Biscay Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NN297BL · Data under Open Government Licence