Area Guide – Northampton (NN)

Living in Northampton (NN)

Crime levels in Northampton (NN) are around the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, local rail access nearby, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Northampton (NN)

Is Northampton (NN) a good place to live?

Northampton (NN) has crime levels close to the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and local rail access.

Are there good schools in Northampton (NN)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 13 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Northampton (NN)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

bar_chart Key Indicators

shield Crime Around England average (77 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 13 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
Spring Lane Primary School	Primary	Good	0.0 mi
Castle Academy	Primary	Good	0.3 mi
Castle Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.3 mi
St George's Middle School	Middle deemed secondary	Not rated	0.3 mi
Northampton Middle School	Middle deemed secondary	Not rated	0.3 mi
Northampton International Academy	All-through	Not rated	0.4 mi
St James Church of England Primary School	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
St James CofE VA Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.6 mi
St Paul's Lower School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Spencer Middle School	Middle deemed secondary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Kingsley Park Middle School	Middle deemed secondary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Earl Spencer Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Camrose Early Years Centre for Children & Families	Nursery	Requires Improvement	0.8 mi
Vernon Terrace Primary School	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
Cliftonville Middle School	Middle deemed secondary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Unity College	Secondary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Trinity School	Secondary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Malcolm Arnold Preparatory School	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Malcolm Arnold Academy	Secondary	Good	1.1 mi
Delapre Primary School	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Lyncrest Primary School	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Stimpson Avenue Academy	Primary	Good	1.2 mi
Stimpson Avenue Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.2 mi
Queen Eleanor Primary Academy	Primary	Good	1.2 mi
Queen Eleanor Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.2 mi
St Mary's Catholic Primary School	Primary	Good	1.2 mi
Briar Hill Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.2 mi
Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery	Primary	Outstanding	1.2 mi
Barry Primary School	Primary	Good	1.3 mi
Kingsthorpe Grove Primary School	Primary	Good	1.3 mi

directions_railway Transport Rail access via Northampton Rail Station

Station	Distance
Northampton Rail Station	0.3 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 7.8 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 42 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
REGENT PHARMACY	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
THE MOUNTS MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
THE MOUNTS MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
LEICESTER TCE HEALTHCARE CTR	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
3 ADELAIDE STREET	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
LANGHAM PLACE SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
MAPLE ACCESS PARTNERSHIP LLP	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
YORK ROAD BRANCH SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
WATERSIDE CAMPUS HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
(FRACTURE CLINIC) NORTH OOH	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
LANGHAM PLACE SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
QUEENSVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
PRIMARY CARE EXTENDED ACCESS	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
QUEENSVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
CGL SERVICES	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
INSPIRE: ALCOHOL AND DRUG SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
NORTHAMPTON EXTENDED ACCESS	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
EAST PARK BRANCH SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
ST. ANDREWS HEALTH CARE - BCSS INPATIENT UNIT	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
KINGSTHORPE MEDICAL CTR.	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
THE CRESCENT MEDICAL CTR.	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
COUNTY SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
KINGS HEATH HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
KINGS HEATH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
KINGS HEATH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
ELEANOR CROSS HEALTHCARE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
MARIE CURIE EOL DOMICILIARY SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
ABINGTON PARK SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
GRAND UNION PCN HUB	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
GREENVIEW SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
ABINGTON PARK SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
GREENVIEW SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
KING EDWARD ROAD SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
ST LUKE'S PRIMARY CARE CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
WHITEFIELDS SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
ELEANOR CROSS HEALTHCARE - WHITEFIELDS SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
ELEANOR CROSS HEALTHCARE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
ABINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
PARK AVE MED CNT & KINGS HEATH PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
PENVALE PARK MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
PENVALE PARK MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	0.9 mi