Postcode Analysis West Northamptonshire, East Midlands

DENSTON CLOSE, NN4 0DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DENSTON CLOSE, NN4 0DD.

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Population

181

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Avg Age

26

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Avg Income

£ 54,300 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NN4 0DD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

With 66% social renting, NN4 0DD is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 26-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending down 27.3% year-on-year.

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

NN4 0DD is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Denston Close, 0.9km from Blacky More in Northampton. Administratively it sits within East Hunsbury and Shelfleys ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, NN4 0DD is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With an average age of just 26, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 66% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of West Northamptonshire. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £288k, down 27.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NN4 0DD are sourced from Output Area E00138185 (shared with 3 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 NN4 0DD. The average age is 25.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British68.0%
Asian / British Asian6.7%
Black / African / Caribbean15.7%
Other / Mixed9.6%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 225,000

7 sales · Mean £ 245,357

Terraced

£ 222,500

3 sales · Mean £ 238,500

Detached

£ 266,000

1 sales · Mean £ 266,000

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

Crime around NN4 0DD is moderate at 60 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.

Violence and sexual offences77
Anti-social behaviour37
Public order15
Vehicle crime12
Other theft8

school Local Schools

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Simon de Senlis Primary School

Good424 pupils0.3 km
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Abbeyfield School

Good1393 pupils0.4 km
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Gloucester Nursery School

Outstanding88 pupils0.5 km
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The Abbey Primary School

Good329 pupils0.7 km
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Queen Eleanor Primary Academy

Good229 pupils0.9 km
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Wootton Park School

Outstanding1118 pupils1.0 km
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Delapre Primary School

Good607 pupils1.1 km
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Hunsbury Park Primary School

Good307 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Grangewood Residents Club0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Delapre Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Costcutter0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Costa0.1 km
  • Hearty Cuisine0.7 km
  • Woodys0.1 km
  • ABM Catering Ltd0.8 km
  • Coffee Box0.1 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Briar Hill Fish Bar0.9 km
  • The Rani Indian Takeaway0.9 km
  • Khybar Tandoori Takeaway0.7 km
  • Chang Lung0.9 km
  • Hoo Kee0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northampton2.5 km
  • Long Buckby14.9 km
  • Wolverton18.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Danes Camp Leisure Centre0.2 km
  • Danes Camp Leisure Centre0.2 km
  • Mereway Community College0.3 km
  • Tesco Bus Shelter0.3 km
  • Simon de Senlis Primary School0.3 km