NorthamptonNN5
West Northamptonshire · East Midlands
NN5 in Northampton shows mixed market dynamics with a trajectory score of 49.9, placing it at the 48th percentile nationally. Over five years, capital growth has been modest at 2.1% CAGR, whilst rental growth has outpaced this at 5.2% CAGR, suggesting stronger yield potential than appreciation. The district sits in a pre-cursor gentrification stage, indicating early-stage characteristics that may influence future development patterns. This combination of moderate capital performance and superior rental returns creates a profile distinct from higher-growth areas, requiring investors to evaluate their return expectations relative to rental income focus versus equity growth.
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- 1Property prices up 1.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.2% per year
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What's changing in Northampton · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.6 points this month to 49/100, driven mainly by safety.
Northampton (NN5) common questions
Is Northampton up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Northampton (NN5) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 49/100 (Average), in the top 54% of districts nationally. The score is down 1.9 points over the last 12 months.
Is Northampton safe?
Northampton has a safety score of 48/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Northampton?
The average property price in Northampton (NN5) is £287k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.8% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Northampton?
The median monthly rent in Northampton (NN5) is £1,063 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Northampton?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Northampton (NN2), Market Harborough (LE16), High Wycombe (HP12), Leicester (LE8), Wigston (LE18). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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