Postcode Analysis North Northamptonshire, East Midlands

WOODLANDS ROAD, NN29 7BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLANDS ROAD, NN29 7BU.

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Population

324

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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10/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NN29 7BU spans multiple life stages — average age 47, moderate ownership and renting. £335k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 9.1% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NN29 7BU is a safe, established residential area on Woodlands Road, 0.6km from Irchester in Irchester. Administratively it sits within Irchester ward and the Wellingborough constituency.

For serious buyers, NN29 7BU is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 90% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £335k, up 9.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NN29 7BU are sourced from Output Area E00139070 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN29 7BU. The average age is 47.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 347,000

11 sales · Mean £ 322,181

Semi-Detached

£ 253,750

6 sales · Mean £ 252,083

Terraced

£ 264,997

2 sales · Mean £ 264,997

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NN29 7BU has low crime rates — 20 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.

Anti-social behaviour15
Violence and sexual offences14
Vehicle crime6
Drugs4
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Irchester Community Primary School

Good381 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Irchester Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Irchester Park Store0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Irchester Bowling Club1.0 km
  • Irchester Sports Association0.4 km
  • The Carpenters Arms1.0 km
  • Irchester Working Mens Club0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Irchester Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Magic Chef1.0 km
  • Yummies Kebab And Pizza1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Delhi Cottage0.4 km
  • Pear Tree Cafe Of Irchester1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op Stores0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wellingborough3.4 km
  • Kettering14.0 km
  • Northampton18.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Gipsy Lane Turn0.3 km
  • Gipsy Lane Turn0.3 km
  • Alfred Street0.3 km
  • Gipsy Lane Turn0.3 km
  • Thrift Street0.4 km