Is NN5 4AN a safe place to live?

Yes, NN5 4AN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 47 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NN5 4AN?

The average property price in NN5 4AN is currently around £407k.

What is the population of NN5 4AN?

The population for the NN5 4AN area is approximately 330 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Northamptonshire, East Midlands

BASSETT LOWKE DRIVE, NN5 4AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BASSETT LOWKE DRIVE, NN5 4AN.

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

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Population

330

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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10/10

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7/10

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6/10

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2/10

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6/10

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8/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NN5 4AN spans multiple life stages — average age 30, moderate ownership and renting. £407k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 6.3% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NN5 4AN is a safe, established residential area on Bassett Lowke Drive, 1.2km from Hunsbury Hill Spinney in Northampton. Administratively it sits within Sixfields ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £407k, up 6.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NN5 4AN are sourced from Output Area E00188960 (shared with 11 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 NN5 4AN. The average age is 29.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British75.5%

Asian / British Asian9.4%

Black / African / Caribbean7.0%

Other / Mixed8.2%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 44%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 395,000

3 sales · Mean £ 402,500

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

NN5 4AN has low crime rates — 47 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 offences61

Anti-social behaviour58

Public order16

Other theft9

Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

Upton Meadows Primary School

Good385 pupils0.3 km

Millway Primary School

Good378 pupils1.0 km

Pineham Barns Primary School

Good288 pupils1.1 km

St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Good408 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Simply Food Connect0.5 km
Upton Newsagent and Off Licence0.3 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby

KFC0.5 km
Chiquitos0.5 km
Cineworld Cinemas Ltd0.7 km
Five Guys0.5 km
Tgi Fridays0.7 km
+ 8 more

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Co-operative Group0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Northampton2.7 km
Long Buckby12.0 km
Wellingborough20.0 km

Bus Stops

Webb Drive0.2 km
Webb Drive0.2 km
Square0.3 km
Square0.3 km
Bus Shelter0.3 km