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Barton Seagrave

North Northamptonshire 021 · 5 sub-areas · 11,202 residents

North Northamptonshire 021 is a largely owner-occupied area within North Northamptonshire in the East Midlands, home to around 11,200 people. A typical two-bedroom home lets for about £870 a month — well below the UK median for a two-bed — and over four in five residents own their home outright or with a mortgage, making this one of the more settled, family-oriented parts of the district.

Best for Families (72/100)Watch-out: Investors / BTL (53/100)Liveability 65/100 · Above median

Barton Seagrave is a mid-density neighbourhood of North Northamptonshire in the East Midlands region. It sits between busier and quieter parts of the local authority and isn't dominated by a single use — there's a mix of workplaces, housing and local services. Most homes are owner-occupied, so turnover is low and many residents have been here a long time.

2-bed rent
£869/mo+8.9%
1-bed £673 · 3-bed £1,051
Crime / 1k / yr
56.1
Above median
Best hub commute
83 min
Direct to London
Good schools 2 km
50%
11 schools within 2 km
Liveability
65/100
Above median
Population
11,202
5 sub-areas

Overview

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What's it like to live in Barton Seagrave?

A snapshot of Barton Seagrave

2 parks and 2 playgrounds are within five minutes' walk, so greenspace is reliably close at hand; there's effectively nothing within walking distance — eating out, drinking and shopping mean a drive; The streets feel safe by national standards — police-recorded crime is well below the country-wide median; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £978 a month for a typical home; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.

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Figures are aggregated across 5 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.

Barton Seagrave in North Northamptonshire

Overview

Living in Barton Seagrave

This part of North Northamptonshire sits firmly in owner-occupied territory. With more than 83% of households owning their home, it's the kind of area where people put down roots rather than pass through — and the demographic profile backs that up, with a notable share of families and older residents alongside a relatively even spread across age groups.

Rents are low by most measures. A two-bedroom property runs around £870 a month, which is significantly below the UK's national two-bed median of roughly £1,200. That said, rents have been rising — up nearly 9% in the past year — so the gap is narrowing. For buyers, the median sale price sits at around £331,000, and the deposit-to-savings ratio works out to about five years on a typical local income, which is manageable compared to southern England.

The area scores well on the deprivation index — it's in the ninth decile nationally, meaning it's among the less deprived 20% of neighbourhoods in England. Unemployment is low at around 3.5% of working-age residents claiming out-of-work benefits, and the median resident salary comes in at roughly £32,900 a year. Most people here commute by car — about 66% drive to work — which reflects the area's suburban and semi-rural character rather than a gap in public transport ambition.

Greenspace is reasonably accessible, with the nearest open space under 500 metres away on average. Broadband is a genuine strength: full gigabit coverage reaches 100% of premises here, with no connections falling below the universal service obligation speed. For sub-areas and streets within North Northamptonshire 021, see the breakdown below.

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Is North Northamptonshire 021 a nice place to live?
It's a quiet, settled area with low crime, good broadband, and accessible greenspace. Over 83% of residents own their home, which tells you something about stability. The trade-off is that public transport is limited and you'll need a car for most daily trips. It's well-suited to families and professionals who work from home — not ideal if you rely on trains.
What is the rent in North Northamptonshire 021?
A one-bedroom property runs around £673 a month, a two-bed around £869, and a three-bed around £1,051. These figures are estimates scaled from council-level data using local sale prices. Rents have risen roughly 9% in the past year, so expect the market to keep tightening.
Is North Northamptonshire 021 safe?
Yes, relatively. The crime rate is around 50 incidents per 1,000 residents annually — well below the UK national rate of roughly 80 per 1,000. The area sits in the ninth deprivation decile nationally, meaning it's among the least deprived 20% of English neighbourhoods, which generally correlates with lower crime.
What's the commute from North Northamptonshire 021 to the nearest major city?
London is reachable by public transport in around 85 minutes, though the nearest rail station is about 3 km away so you'll need a car or taxi to reach it. Birmingham takes roughly 122 minutes by rail or bus. Two-thirds of residents here drive to work, which reflects the area's limited public transport links.
Who lives in North Northamptonshire 021?
Predominantly owner-occupiers — over 83% own their home. The area has a fairly even age spread with a notable share of families: couples with children make up over a quarter of households. Around 90% of residents were born in the UK, and about a third hold degree-level qualifications.
What schools are near North Northamptonshire 021?
There are 55 schools within typical catchment distance, giving plenty of choice. Around 51% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, which is below the national average of roughly 89%. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is approximately 1,355 metres away — about a 17-minute walk.
How does the cost of living in North Northamptonshire 021 compare to the rest of the UK?
Rents are well below the national average — a two-bed at around £869 a month compares favourably to the UK median of roughly £1,200. Council tax (Band D) is £2,424 a year, broadly mid-range nationally. The median local salary is around £32,900, though rent-to-take-home still runs at about 45%, so it's affordable but not effortlessly so.