NN2 8GR is a sought-after residential area located 1.1km from Whitehills in West Northamptonshire. Administratively it sits within Moulton ward and the Daventry constituency.
For serious buyers, NN2 8GR is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 NN2 8GR are sourced from Output Area E00189195 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NN2 8GR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NN2 8GR.
353
28
£ 50,600 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN2 8GR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NN2 8GR combines high owner-occupation (84%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN2 8GR. The average age is 27.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Energetic but invested. You'll find a high concentration of young adults who own their homes, creating a stable but youthful environment.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN2 8GR has low crime rates — 17 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
Whitehills Nursery School
Whitehills Primary School
Buckton Fields Primary School
The Bramptons Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Sauls Of Spratton0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- ABM at Buckton Fields Primary1.0 km
- The Stables Day Centre0.3 km
- Millers Yard Cafe0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Golden Bird0.9 km
- Michaels Grill & Pizza0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Windmill Public House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton4.6 km
- Long Buckby11.4 km
- Wellingborough17.0 km
Bus Stops
- Brampton Lane0.3 km
- Brampton Lane0.3 km
- Fairmead Rise0.3 km
- Windhover PH0.3 km
- Fairmead Rise0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NN28GR · Data under Open Government Licence