NN1 1HS is an up-and-coming urban area on Derngate, 1.0km from Cotton End in Northampton. Administratively it sits within Castle ward and the Northampton South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NN1 1HS is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a regional business centres zone — business quarters in major regional cities. Residents average 53 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are high (259 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NN1 1HS are sourced from Output Area E00189141 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DERNGATE, NN1 1HS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DERNGATE, NN1 1HS.
145
53
£ 42,000 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NN1 1HS has a significant social housing presence — 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN1 1HS. The average age is 53.1. 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 mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 147,750
6 sales · Mean £ 149,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near NN1 1HS are high at 259 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
Spring Lane Primary School
Castle Academy
The CE Academy
Northampton International Academy
Hospital and Outreach Education
Stimpson Avenue Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
75 nearby- The Range1.0 km
- Holland and Barrett0.3 km
- Hung Vo0.4 km
- Simply Convenience0.2 km
- The Basement Bakery0.2 km
- + 70 more
Restaurant, Cafe
163 nearby- Ch & Co Ltd1.0 km
- The Range Home & Leisure (Cafe)1.0 km
- Angel Cafe0.3 km
- Bewiched Coffee0.4 km
- Colombiano Coffee House0.5 km
- + 158 more
Supermarkets
15 nearby- Lidl1.0 km
- Asda0.8 km
- ALDI Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.2 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Plough Hotel0.5 km
- Ibis Hotel0.7 km
- The Park Inn0.6 km
- Travelodge0.5 km
- Premier Inn Swan Street0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
45 nearby- John Franklins @0.2 km
- Northampton Working Mens Club0.6 km
- O'Neills Bar0.5 km
- Optimist0.2 km
- Playhouse0.4 km
- + 40 more
Takeaway Shop
48 nearby- Greggs0.4 km
- Mr Liu Kitchen0.4 km
- Noodle X0.3 km
- Royal Fried Chicken0.5 km
- Tops Pizza Northampton0.5 km
- + 43 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
- Royal Theatre0.2 km
- Post Office0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NN11HS · Data under Open Government Licence