Postcode Analysis West Northamptonshire, East Midlands

HOWARTH WAY, NN5 4AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWARTH WAY, NN5 4AA.

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Population

349

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 0 /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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

NN5 4AA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 29, 70% 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.

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

NN5 4AA is a safe, established residential area on Howarth Way, 1.0km from Duston in Northampton. Administratively it sits within Duston West and St. Crispin ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.

For families considering a move, NN5 4AA represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £331k.

Census 2021 statistics for NN5 4AA are sourced from Output Area E00189117 (shared with 8 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 NN5 4AA. The average age is 28.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.0%
Asian / British Asian4.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.9%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 312,250

6 sales · Mean £ 287,162

Detached

£ 330,000

7 sales · Mean £ 330,428

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

NN5 4AA has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting54
Anti-social behaviour36
Violence and sexual offences24
Burglary15
Vehicle crime12

school Local Schools

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St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Good408 pupils0.3 km
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Millway Primary School

Good378 pupils0.7 km
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The Duston School

Good1899 pupils0.8 km
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Upton Meadows Primary School

Good385 pupils0.9 km
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Hopping Hill Primary School

Good456 pupils1.3 km
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Duston Eldean Primary School

Good419 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • One Stop Store0.2 km
  • Supershop Newsagents0.6 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.9 km
  • One Stop Shop0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • St Crispins Social Club0.6 km
  • The Squirrels Inn0.5 km
  • Melbourne Arms0.5 km
  • Duston Conservative Assoc & Club0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Duston United Reformed Church0.5 km
  • Hops and Chops0.2 km
  • Number 500.5 km
  • The Courtyard Cafe St Crispins0.2 km
  • Magenta Restaurant & Tiger Eye Inn0.3 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.7 km
  • Co-Operative0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Taste of Spice0.5 km
  • Duston Village Chippy0.5 km
  • St Crispins Fish Bar0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northampton3.1 km
  • Long Buckby11.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Kent Road South0.2 km
  • Kent Road South0.2 km
  • Kent Road South0.3 km
  • Kent Road South0.3 km
  • St Crispin Village0.3 km