NN7 1BU is a sought-after residential area located 0.7km from Lower End in Brafield-on-the-Green. Administratively it sits within Hackleton and Grange Park ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 62% 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 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00138735 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NN7 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NN7 1BU.
331
44
£ 49,200 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN7 1BU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
NN7 1BU is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN7 1BU. The average age is 44.1. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN7 1BU 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.
school Local Schools
Little Houghton Church of England Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Brafield on the Green Community, Sports & Social0.3 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Brafield Stores Limited0.2 km
- Ramco Filling Station And Convenience Store0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- streetfood20200.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton7.4 km
- Wellingborough12.7 km
- Wolverton17.2 km
Bus Stops
- Red Lion PH0.2 km
- Red Lion PH0.2 km
- Grove Road0.4 km
- Grove Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NN71BU · Data under Open Government Licence