Is NN6 0PL a safe place to live?

Yes, NN6 0PL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NN6 0PL?

The average property price in NN6 0PL is currently around £193k.

What is the population of NN6 0PL?

The population for the NN6 0PL area is approximately 441 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Northamptonshire, East Midlands

COMPTON WAY, NN6 0PL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMPTON WAY, NN6 0PL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

441

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,200 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10

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6/10

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2/10

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9/10

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4/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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8/10

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Area Character

NN6 0PL is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 73.2% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NN6 0PL is a sought-after residential area on Compton Way, 0.6km from Dowthorpe End in Earls Barton. Administratively it sits within Earls Barton ward and the Daventry constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NN6, NN6 0PL offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £193k, up 73.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NN6 0PL are sourced from Output Area E00139010 (shared with 6 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 NN6 0PL. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%

Asian / British Asian1.6%

Black / African / Caribbean1.4%

Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 212,500

4 sales · Mean £ 208,750

Semi-Detached

£ 217,000

13 sales · Mean £ 221,115

Flat

£ 116,000

5 sales · Mean £ 121,600

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

NN6 0PL has low crime rates — 13 incidents 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 offences18

Anti-social behaviour5

Criminal damage and arson2

Drugs1

Public order1

school Local Schools

Earls Barton Primary School

Good460 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby

Earls Barton Pizza0.8 km
Mandarin House0.8 km
The Chippery0.6 km
Meraz0.8 km

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby

E Lee And Sons0.6 km
Earls Barton Vape Store0.6 km
Jeyes Chemist0.6 km
Barton Food And Wine0.5 km
Earls Barton Local0.7 km
+ 2 more

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

The Saxon Tavern0.6 km
The Stags Head Public House0.8 km
Earls Barton Bowling Club0.6 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby

Apothocoffee Shop0.6 km
Little India Restaurant0.6 km
Ruby And Claret Ltd0.6 km
The Boathouse - White Mills Marina0.8 km
The Good Plate0.6 km