NN2 8EW is a safe, established residential area on Whitehills Way, 0.1km from Whitehills in Northampton. Administratively it sits within Kingsthorpe North ward and the Northampton North constituency.
For families considering a move, NN2 8EW represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £284k.
Census 2021 statistics for NN2 8EW are sourced from Output Area E00138084 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WHITEHILLS WAY, NN2 8EW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITEHILLS WAY, NN2 8EW.
296
44
£ 40,200 /yr
51%
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
NN2 8EW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN2 8EW. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 217,500
17 sales · Mean £ 231,263
Terraced
£ 167,500
1 sales · Mean £ 167,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NN2 8EW is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Buckton Fields Primary School
Whitehills Nursery School
Whitehills Primary School
Sunnyside Primary Academy
Boughton Primary School
Kingsthorpe College
All Saints CofE VA Primary School
Kingsthorpe Village Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- BP Harborough Simply Food Connect1.0 km
- Chalcombe Stores1.0 km
- Obelisk Stores0.9 km
- Sauls Of Spratton0.7 km
- The Cube Disability Arts Academy0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Fox And Hounds1.0 km
- Kingsthorpe Bowls Club0.1 km
- Whitehills Public House0.0 km
- Windmill Public House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- ABM at Buckton Fields Primary0.4 km
- Browns Events0.1 km
- Lasaan (Once Upon A Time In India)0.1 km
- Reynard Way Evangelical Church Reynard Way0.9 km
- The Obelisk Centre0.5 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.1 km
- Tesco0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Golden Bird0.4 km
- Golden Hill0.1 km
- Michaels Grill & Pizza0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton4.4 km
- Long Buckby12.5 km
- Wellingborough15.9 km
Bus Stops
- The Whitehills PH0.1 km
- The Whitehills PH0.1 km
- Birch Barn Way0.3 km
- Kingsthorpe Cemetery0.4 km
- 56 Birch Barn Way0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NN28EW · Data under Open Government Licence