NN5 4AA is a safe, established residential area on Howarth Way, 1.0km from Duston in Northampton. Administratively it sits within Duston West and St. Crispin ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.
For families considering a move, NN5 4AA represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £331k.
Census 2021 statistics for NN5 4AA are sourced from Output Area E00189117 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOWARTH WAY, NN5 4AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWARTH WAY, NN5 4AA.
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£ 0 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NN5 4AA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 29, 70% 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 NN5 4AA. The average age is 28.5. 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: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 312,250
6 sales · Mean £ 287,162
Detached
£ 330,000
7 sales · Mean £ 330,428
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN5 4AA has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Millway Primary School
The Duston School
Upton Meadows Primary School
Hopping Hill Primary School
Duston Eldean Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- One Stop Store0.2 km
- Supershop Newsagents0.6 km
- Well Pharmacy0.9 km
- One Stop Shop0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- St Crispins Social Club0.6 km
- The Squirrels Inn0.5 km
- Melbourne Arms0.5 km
- Duston Conservative Assoc & Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Duston United Reformed Church0.5 km
- Hops and Chops0.2 km
- Number 500.5 km
- The Courtyard Cafe St Crispins0.2 km
- Magenta Restaurant & Tiger Eye Inn0.3 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative Group0.7 km
- Co-Operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Taste of Spice0.5 km
- Duston Village Chippy0.5 km
- St Crispins Fish Bar0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton3.1 km
- Long Buckby11.0 km
Bus Stops
- Kent Road South0.2 km
- Kent Road South0.2 km
- Kent Road South0.3 km
- Kent Road South0.3 km
- St Crispin Village0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NN54AA · Data under Open Government Licence