Postcode Analysis West Northamptonshire, East Midlands

GROVE ROAD, NN7 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROVE ROAD, NN7 1BW.

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Population

315

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /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 1BW 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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10/10
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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NN7 1BW spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. £173k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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NN7 1BW is a sought-after residential area on Grove Road, 0.2km 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 diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for NN7 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00138734 (shared with 10 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 1BW. The average age is 52.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.2%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 162,500

2 sales · Mean £ 162,500

Semi-Detached

£ 161,250

2 sales · Mean £ 161,250

Terraced

£ 170,000

3 sales · Mean £ 215,331

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

NN7 1BW has low crime rates — 32 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 offences13
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft1
Public order1
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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Little Houghton Church of England Primary

Good85 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Brafield on the Green Community, Sports & Social0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Brafield Stores Limited0.4 km
  • Ramco Filling Station And Convenience Store0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • streetfood20200.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northampton7.3 km
  • Wellingborough12.3 km
  • Wolverton17.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Grove Road0.1 km
  • Grove Road0.1 km
  • Red Lion PH0.4 km
  • Red Lion PH0.4 km