NN1 1BF is an up-and-coming urban area located 1.1km from Cotton End in Northampton. Administratively it sits within Castle ward and the Northampton South constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — business quarters in major regional cities. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 72% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of West Northamptonshire. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (274 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for NN1 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00189116 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NN1 1BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NN1 1BF.
200
32
£ 42,000 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
At 72% private renter occupancy, NN1 1BF is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN1 1BF. The average age is 31.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near NN1 1BF are high at 274 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Spires Academy
Vernon Terrace Primary School
Castle Academy
Spring Lane Primary School
The CE Academy
Northampton International Academy
Stimpson Avenue Academy
Hospital and Outreach Education
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
79 nearby- Holland and Barrett0.3 km
- Hung Vo0.4 km
- Simply Convenience0.2 km
- The Basement Bakery0.2 km
- Waterstones0.3 km
- + 74 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Plough Hotel0.5 km
- Ibis Hotel0.7 km
- The Park Inn0.6 km
- Travelodge0.6 km
- Premier Inn Swan Street0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
47 nearby- John Franklins @0.2 km
- Northampton Working Mens Club0.6 km
- O'Neills Bar0.5 km
- Optimist0.2 km
- Playhouse0.4 km
- + 42 more
Restaurant, Cafe
168 nearby- Angel Cafe0.3 km
- Bewiched Coffee0.4 km
- Colombiano Coffee House0.5 km
- Fireaway Pizza0.4 km
- German Doner Kebab0.4 km
- + 163 more
Supermarkets
15 nearby- Asda0.9 km
- ALDI Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
- Bestpol Supermarket0.9 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
52 nearby- Greggs0.4 km
- Mr Liu Kitchen0.4 km
- Noodle X0.3 km
- Ping Chinese1.0 km
- Royal Fried Chicken0.5 km
- + 47 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton1.1 km
- Long Buckby14.8 km
- Wellingborough16.5 km
Bus Stops
- Derngate Centre0.1 km
- Derngate Centre0.1 km
- Derngate Centre0.2 km
- Post Office0.2 km
- Royal Theatre0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NN11BF · Data under Open Government Licence