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Living in Newnham (West Northamptonshire): Liveability Score 46/100

Last updated 7 August 2026

Newnham (West Northamptonshire) comes out at 46/100 on the 9 categories we can score here. Measured against other towns, broadband stands out most: 99/100 where the typical UK town scores 60/100. Newnham (West Northamptonshire) places 2nd of 11 in the NN11 postcode district.

On broadband specifically, Newnham (West Northamptonshire) sits 52 points above the NN11 district figure of 47/100. Safety (92) and economic health (84) sit at 80/100 or above. Below 30/100: transport (9), healthcare (10), lifestyle (13) and schools (22). For the surrounding area, see NN11 postcode district.

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Newnham (West Northamptonshire) scores 46 but individual postcodes tell the full story

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Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
92
195.8 crimes per 1,000 residents · last 12 months Above the England & Wales average of 94.3
Crime rate vs national average · last 12 months
Violence and sexual offences 24 crimes
↑ 91% above national average
Anti-social behaviour 21 crimes
↑ 266% above national average
Criminal damage and arson 7 crimes
↑ 172% above national average
Public order 6 crimes
↑ 145% above national average
Vehicle crime 6 crimes
↑ 231% above national average
other 10 crimes
Highest-crime locations
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  1. 1 Conference/Exhibition Centre 12 crimes
  2. 2 Parking Area 8 crimes
  3. 3 Pinfold Green 8 crimes

Source: data.police.uk · England & Wales only

Environment
56
Air Quality NO₂ 4.9 · PM2.5 6.5 · PM10 11.1 µg/m³
74
Green Space 15
Parks None
Sports Pitches None
Allotments Some 1
Golf Courses None
Tennis Courts Some 1
Bowling Greens None
Playgrounds None

Services

Schools
22
1 school in area · 10 within 4km
1Good
  • Newnham Primary SchoolPrimary · inspected 2023
    Good

Score reflects proximity-weighted access to rated schools within 4km: areas with more nearby schools score higher regardless of settlement boundary.

Healthcare
10
A&E departmentsNorthampton General Hospital11.1 mi
The Horton General Hospital14.3 mi
University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire17.6 mi
Hospital waitsNorthampton General Hospital NHS Trust1.4 mi
Routine referral (median)14 wks
Treated within 18 weeks61.1%
A&E seen within 4 hrs75%
Nearest GP surgeryDanetre Medical Practice1.4 mi
GP capacity1,578 patients per GP
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Score reflects proximity to CQC-rated GP surgeries and hospitals, not facility count. Dentists and pharmacies are shown for context but don't affect the score.

Broadband
99
Full fibre (FTTP)93.8%
available across West Northamptonshire
Gigabit-capable · incl. cable
100%
Ultrafast (300+ Mbps)
100%
Superfast (30+ Mbps)
100%
Ofcom Connected Nations · 17 postcodes · full fibre at local-authority level

Economy & Bills

Economic Health
84
Employment rate55.2%
Below the Great Britain average of 57.3% of residents aged 16+
Economic activity (16+)
Employed55.2%Unemployed2.1%Retired28.4%Student3.2%Other inactive11%
Occupation mix
Professional & managerial47.6%Skilled & technical34.3%Routine & elementary18.1%
Highest qualification (16+)
No qualifications14.3%Level 1 (1–4 GCSEs)9.3%Level 2 (5+ GCSEs)15.2%Level 3 (A levels)15.7%Level 4+ (degree & above)38.8%Apprenticeship4.3%Other (incl. vocational)2.4%
Home ownership82.2%
Among the least-deprived 27% of areas in England
Census 2021/22 (Great Britain) · deprivation: IoD 2025 / SIMD
Bills
46
Council tax West Northamptonshire · 2026-27
A £1,658
B £1,934
C £2,211
D £2,487
E £3,040
F £3,592
G £4,145
H £4,974
Energy East Midlands region
Typical bill regional £1,641/yr
Ofgem price cap, GB average · Apr–Jun 2026
Typical home efficiency local EPC band D
Water Severn Trent Water
Average bill regional £424/yr
Combined water & sewerage · GB average £520

Transport

Transport
9
Long Buckby 5.2 mi
Northampton 10.4 mi
Rugby 11 mi
J16 M1 5.5 mi
J16 M1 6.2 mi
J17 M1 6.4 mi

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
13
Pubs & Bars Some 1
Restaurants & Cafes None
Supermarkets & Convenience None
Retail Shopping None
Takeaways None
Fitness Some 1

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House Prices

Not enough recent sales

Fewer than 10 sales were recorded in Newnham (West Northamptonshire) in the last 12 months, which isn't enough for a reliable median. Smaller villages often fall below this in any given year. Figures come from HM Land Registry Price Paid data and are updated monthly, so this may fill in later.

Nearby places

Badby 45 1.3 mi away ⇄
Daventry 49 2.3 mi away ⇄
Staverton 45 2.7 mi away ⇄
Weedon Bec 41 2.9 mi away ⇄
Welton (West Northamptonshire) 43 3.9 mi away ⇄
Flore 38 4.1 mi away ⇄
Long Buckby Wharf 0 4.2 mi away ⇄
Braunston 44 4.7 mi away ⇄
Woodford Halse 41 4.9 mi away ⇄
Nether Heyford 47 5.0 mi away ⇄
Watford (West Northamptonshire) 37 5.3 mi away ⇄
Byfield 41 5.6 mi away ⇄

Frequently asked questions

Is Newnham (West Northamptonshire) a nice place to live?

Newnham (West Northamptonshire) has some challenges compared to many UK areas. Our liveability score for Newnham (West Northamptonshire) is 46/100, placing it among a below-average areas in the UK across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, broadband, lifestyle, economic health, and bills.

How safe is Newnham (West Northamptonshire)?

Newnham (West Northamptonshire) is a relatively safe area to live. Our safety score is 92/100. There were 74 crimes recorded in the area over the past 12 months.

What are the best schools in Newnham (West Northamptonshire)?

Among the top-rated schools in Newnham (West Northamptonshire) is Newnham Primary School, rated Good by Ofsted. There are 1 rated schools in Newnham (West Northamptonshire) in total.

Newnham (West Northamptonshire) in context

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Postcode districts in Newnham (West Northamptonshire)

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