NN7 1BW is a sought-after residential area on Grove Road, 0.2km from Lower End in Brafield-on-the-Green. Administratively it sits within Hackleton and Grange Park ward and the South Northamptonshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. 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 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NN7 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00138734 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GROVE ROAD, NN7 1BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROVE ROAD, NN7 1BW.
315
52
£ 49,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NN7 1BW 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NN7 1BW spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. £173k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NN7 1BW. The average age is 52.0. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 162,500
2 sales · Mean £ 162,500
Semi-Detached
£ 161,250
2 sales · Mean £ 161,250
Terraced
£ 170,000
3 sales · Mean £ 215,331
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NN7 1BW has low crime rates — 32 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.
school Local Schools
Little Houghton Church of England Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Brafield on the Green Community, Sports & Social0.4 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Brafield Stores Limited0.4 km
- Ramco Filling Station And Convenience Store0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- streetfood20200.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northampton7.3 km
- Wellingborough12.3 km
- Wolverton17.7 km
Bus Stops
- Grove Road0.1 km
- Grove Road0.1 km
- Red Lion PH0.4 km
- Red Lion PH0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NN71BW · Data under Open Government Licence