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Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion

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About

The Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion area lies in West Northamptonshire, characterised by a mix of rural landscapes and small villages. The Grand Union Canal runs through Blisworth, adding a historic waterway feature to the area. Roade sits near the A508, providing convenient transport links, while Yardley Gobion retains a quieter, more secluded feel with its traditional cottages and farmland.

The area is known for its strong community ties, with local events often centred around village halls and pubs. Blisworth Tunnel, one of the longest navigable canal tunnels in England, is a notable landmark. The surrounding countryside offers walking routes, including sections of the Northamptonshire Round long-distance footpath. Agriculture remains a visible part of the local economy, with fields and farms dotting the landscape between settlements.

Area overview

On average Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion is £52,000 per year. There are 8 schools in Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion: 7 primary (1 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion Population
15,036
Population density
262.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
12,842
85.39%
Other White
700
4.65%
Indian
325
2.16%
African
218
1.45%
White and Asian (mixed)
114
0.76%
Total population: 15,039

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
2,511
42.09%
Owns outright
1,990
33.36%
Private landlord or letting agency
713
11.95%
Other social rented
420
7.04%
Social rents from council
123
2.06%
Total households: 5,966

Property prices in Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion

Based on 208 recent sales, the median property price is £330,000 in Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion area, with individual transactions ranging from £88,500 up to £1,380,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached87£430,000
Flats29£170,000
Semi-Detached62£300,000
Terraced30£280,000

10 years median price trend in Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Blisworth, Roade & Yardley Gobion.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.