Postcode Analysis West Northamptonshire, East Midlands

BEDFORD ROAD, NN7 1AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEDFORD ROAD, NN7 1AW.

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Population

362

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NN7 1AW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NN7 1AW spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

NN7 1AW is a safe, established residential area on Bedford Road, 0.5km from Great Houghton in Great Houghton (West Northamptonshire). Administratively it sits within Nene Valley ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.

For families considering a move, NN7 1AW represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NN7 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00138379 (shared with 33 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 NN7 1AW. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

NN7 1AW has low crime rates — 29 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 offences10
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Burglary1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Little Houghton Church of England Primary

Good85 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Burnt Lemon Catering t/a, The Four Pears0.8 km
  • The Old Cherry Tree0.2 km
  • White Hart0.4 km
  • The Four Pears0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northampton4.9 km
  • Wellingborough14.0 km
  • Wolverton18.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Great Houghton Turn0.3 km
  • Bus Shelter0.4 km
  • Great Houghton Turn0.5 km