NN1 1FA is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.9km 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 — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 71% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of West Northamptonshire. Employment levels are high (61% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (320 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for NN1 1FA are sourced from Output Area E00188957 (shared with 38 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NN1 1FA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NN1 1FA.
251
32
£ 42,000 /yr
73%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN1 1FA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
With 73% economic activity and an average age of 32, NN1 1FA is squarely in the young professional bracket — careers being built, not wound down. Above-average crime reflects the high footfall and commercial activity in this zone.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN1 1FA. The average age is 32.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 1FA are high at 320 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
Spring Lane Primary School
Castle Academy
Vernon Terrace Primary School
Hospital and Outreach Education
The CE Academy
Northampton International Academy
Stimpson Avenue Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
79 nearby- Afro Choice0.6 km
- Fresh Market0.4 km
- Mini Euro0.7 km
- RIGA International Supermarket1.0 km
- Transylvania0.7 km
- + 74 more
Pub, NightClub
45 nearby- Old Bank0.2 km
- St Giles Ale House0.3 km
- The Black Prince0.6 km
- The Charles Bradlaugh0.7 km
- The Cordwainer0.3 km
- + 40 more
Restaurant, Cafe
165 nearby- Albert J Ramsbottom0.4 km
- Ashanti Bar and Grill House0.7 km
- Balti King0.8 km
- Cafeteria LM20.6 km
- Caffe d'Italia0.3 km
- + 160 more
Takeaway Shop
53 nearby- AJ Foodi0.4 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- Millennium Pizza & Kebab0.6 km
- Pizza Margherita0.9 km
- Yokoso Sushi & Bento0.3 km
- + 48 more
Supermarkets
12 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
- Family Shopper0.9 km
- Europe Supermarket0.5 km
- Premier Abington Street0.4 km
- ALDI Stores Ltd0.7 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Ibis Hotel0.6 km
- The Park Inn0.6 km
- Travelodge0.4 km
- Plough Hotel0.3 km
- Premier Inn Swan Street0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton0.9 km
- Long Buckby14.7 km
- Wellingborough16.6 km
Bus Stops
- Royal Theatre0.1 km
- Derngate Centre0.1 km
- Derngate Centre0.1 km
- Fetter Street0.1 km
- Derngate Centre0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NN11FA · Data under Open Government Licence