NN12 6BJ is a sought-after residential area on Poplar Close, 0.9km from Wood Burcote in Towcester. Administratively it sits within Towcester and Roade ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NN12, NN12 6BJ offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £299k, down 0.9% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NN12 6BJ are sourced from Output Area E00138878 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
POPLAR CLOSE, NN12 6BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POPLAR CLOSE, NN12 6BJ.
306
42
£ 46,700 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NN12 6BJ's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £299k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN12 6BJ. The average age is 41.8. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 292,500
3 sales · Mean £ 279,166
Terraced
£ 275,000
1 sales · Mean £ 275,000
Detached
£ 325,000
1 sales · Mean £ 325,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN12 6BJ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School
Towcester Church of England Primary School
Sponne School
Marie Weller Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Towcester Sports & Social Club0.5 km
- Towcester Football Supporters Club0.9 km
- Monk & Tipster1.0 km
- The Peacock0.9 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.6 km
- One Stop0.5 km
- Towcester Foodbank0.9 km
- Towcester Community Food0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Chans Fish & Chips0.9 km
- Lees Cottage0.9 km
- Ozzy's Express0.8 km
- Pizza @ 750.8 km
- Pizza Time0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Olive Tree Restaurant0.9 km
- The Ganges0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton14.1 km
- Wolverton14.4 km
- Milton Keynes Central17.9 km
Bus Stops
- Oat Hill Road0.2 km
- Oat Hill Road (South End)0.2 km
- Oat Hill Road0.3 km
- Oat Hill Road (South End)0.3 km
- Hesketh Crescent0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NN126BJ · Data under Open Government Licence