Tove Lane is in Towcester and in West Northamptonshire district. NN12 6YG is located in the Towcester and Roade electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tove Lane, Towcester, NN12 6YG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN12 6YJ, NN12 6YN, NN12 6YF, NN12 6DL, NN12 6YH, NN12 6YL, NN12 6JU, NN12 6DN, NN12 6FJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NN12 6YG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 52.8% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 51.3% | 47.2% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NN12 6YG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.7% | 24.7% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.6% | 63.8% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 19.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 64.8% | 63.4% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 15.0% |
| Good health | 25.8% | 25.7% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -7.9% |
| Fair health | 7.1% | 7% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -5.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around NN12 6YG this area, 8.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9% | 8.3% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 8.3% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 18% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 17% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.1% | 42.3% | 1.2% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98% | 97.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 94% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 94% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 94% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tove Lane was 70.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.3% higher than the Bugbrooke average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tove Lane has the 20th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Bugbrooke and the 489th highest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 49.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Tove Lane, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2018-11-14 | £475,870 |
| 2 Tove Lane, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2017-03-10 | £526,995 |
| 2 Tove Lane, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2016-11-30 | £484,886 |
| 3 Tove Lane, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2015-07-31 | £478,799 |
| 5 Tove Lane, Towcester, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2014-05-02 | £470,096 |
NN12 6YG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 189 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 52 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School Balmoral Close , NN12 6JA | 3out of 4 | 737 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Towcester Church of England Primary School Islington Road , NN12 6AU | 3out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greens Norton Church of England Primary School Calvert Road , Greens Norton NN12 8DD | 3out of 4 | 2,001 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marie Weller Primary School Redcar Road , | - not rated | 2,232 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tiffield Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School High Street South , Tiffield NN12 8AB | 3out of 4 | 3,617 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sponne School Brackley Road , NN12 6DJ | 4out of 4 | 733 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Track Education Silverstone Pitts Farm , Towcester Road NN12 8UB | - not rated | 3,662 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gateway School St John's Road , Tiffield NN12 8AA | 4out of 4 | 4,221 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Brackley Road | 309 yd | |
| Starbucks | Brackley Road, Towcester | 529 yd | |
| Moghul Rooms | 201 Watling Street West, Towcester | 888 yd | |
| The Sweet Spot | 186 Watling Street East, Towcester | 889 yd | |
| The Rice Bowl Chinese Restaurant | 132 Watling Street East, Towcester | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull | 37 Brackley Road, Towcester | 538 yd | |
| Towcester Sports & Social Club | 5 Swinneyford Road, Towcester | 827 yd | |
| The Watling Street Village | 185 Watling Street West, Towcester | 935 yd | |
| The Brave Old Oak | 104-106 Watling Street East, Towcester | 946 yd | |
| The Plough | 96 Watling Street East, Towcester | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza @ 75 | 75 Alchester Court, Towcester | 688 yd | |
| JB Thai Takeaway | 24 Bickerstaffes Road, Towcester | 779 yd | |
| Milano Pizzas | 122 Watling Street East, Towcester | 923 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Richmond Road, Towcester | 1,007 yd | |
| Hin's Kitchen | 145 Watling Street West, Towcester | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Water Lane, Towcester | 889 yd | |
| Mid Counties Cooperative | 92 Watling Street East, Towcester | 986 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Towcester Centre For Leisure MILTON WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 487 yd |
| Sponne School BRACKLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 559 yd |
| Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School BALMORAL CLOSE | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| Towcester Recreation Ground ISLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 967 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 78.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.