Towcester Road is in Greens Norton, Towcester and in West Northamptonshire district. NN12 8BL is located in the Silverstone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Towcester Road, Greens Norton, Towcester, NN12 8BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN12 8BJ, NN12 8BN, NN12 8BH, NN12 8AZ, NN12 8BU, NN12 8FA, NN12 8BX, NN12 8BW, NN12 8BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NN12 8BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.4% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.6% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.1% | 21.8% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 46.8% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 15.7% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 17.5% | 13.4% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.3% | 46.5% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 28% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 18.1% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 6.6% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 18.8% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 9.9% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 17.4% | 5.4% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 15.5% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 31.5% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.3% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.9% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 98.8% | 95.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.1% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.4% | 37.2% | -8.8% |
| Christian | 66.3% | 46.2% | 20.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Towcester Road was 53.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.2% higher than the Bugbrooke average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Towcester Road has the 26th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Bugbrooke and the 623rd lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Towcester Road, Towcester, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-10-17 | £375,000 |
| 42 Towcester Road, Towcester, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2025-01-06 | £578,800 |
| 1 Towcester Road, Towcester, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-01-30 | £304,800 |
| 32 Towcester Road, Towcester, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2022-04-25 | £504,284 |
| 36 Towcester Road, Towcester, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £448,500 | 2021-11-01 | £496,379 |
NN12 8BL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NN12 8BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greens Norton Church of England Primary School Calvert Road , Greens Norton NN12 8DD | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School Balmoral Close , NN12 6JA | 3out of 4 | 2,986 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Towcester Church of England Primary School Islington Road , NN12 6AU | 3out of 4 | 3,415 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tiffield Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School High Street South , Tiffield NN12 8AB | 3out of 4 | 3,679 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pattishall Church of England Primary School School Road , Pattishall NN12 8NE | 3out of 4 | 4,329 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 2,701 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gateway School St John's Road , Tiffield NN12 8AA | 4out of 4 | 4,516 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| On Track Education Silverstone Pitts Farm , Towcester Road NN12 8UB | - not rated | 5,040 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greens Norton British Legion Club | 10 School Lane, Greens Norton | 206 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | 10 High Street, Greens Norton | 272 yd | |
| Towcestrians Sports Club | Greens Norton Road, Towcester | 993 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greens Norton Recreation Ground TOWCESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 130 yd |
| Greens Norton Village Hall HIGH STREET | 271 yd | |
| The Swim Shed SELBY BARNS SELBY BARNS | swimming pool | 430 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 42.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.