NN2 7RQ is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Catesby Close, 0.4km from Hill Top in Northampton. Administratively it sits within Kingsthorpe South ward and the Northampton North constituency.
For families considering a move, NN2 7RQ represents members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At just 28 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of West Northamptonshire.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £189k.
Census 2021 statistics for NN2 7RQ are sourced from Output Area E00189038 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CATESBY CLOSE, NN2 7RQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CATESBY CLOSE, NN2 7RQ.
496
28
£ 41,800 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN2 7RQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NN2 7RQ — age 28, 69% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (28) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN2 7RQ. The average age is 27.5. 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: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 167,475
2 sales · Mean £ 167,475
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NN2 7RQ is moderate at 59 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.
school Local Schools
Purple Oaks Academy
Green Oaks Primary Academy
Kingsthorpe College
Northampton School for Girls
Kingsthorpe Grove Primary School
The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School
All Saints CofE VA Primary School
Sunnyside Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- BP Harborough Simply Food Connect0.9 km
- Chalcombe Stores0.7 km
- Cranford Road Mini Market0.5 km
- HLS News & Booze0.9 km
- A&W Stores0.3 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Fox And Hounds0.9 km
- DG Taylors Ltd @N&D Indoor Bowls Ass0.9 km
- Sunnyside0.9 km
- Old Five Bells0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- CH & Co Group Ltd0.7 km
- Mentaur0.6 km
- Four U Community Cafe0.6 km
- Kingsthorpe Jets YFC0.9 km
- Foodplug Ltd0.9 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- N Meah Catering Services Limited0.9 km
- King Do1.0 km
- Papa Johns' Pizza0.9 km
- Golden Papadom & Grange Balti &Grill1.0 km
- St David's Fish and Chips Bar0.3 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda0.4 km
- Co-operative Group0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton3.5 km
- Long Buckby13.9 km
- Wellingborough15.0 km
Bus Stops
- Holdenby Road0.1 km
- Holdenby Road0.1 km
- Barnwell Road0.2 km
- Barnwell Road0.3 km
- Cranford Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NN27RQ · Data under Open Government Licence