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King's Heath & Spencer

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About

King's Heath and Spencer are residential areas in West Northamptonshire, located near Northampton town centre. The neighbourhoods feature a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, post-war homes, and modern developments. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small shopping parades catering to daily needs. The area is well-connected by road and public transport, with easy access to the A45 and Northampton railway station.

Green spaces like King's Heath Park provide recreational opportunities, while Spencer Bridge Road serves as a key route through the area. The neighbourhoods have a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and facilities supporting residents. Proximity to Northampton's town centre offers additional shopping, employment, and leisure options. The area balances suburban living with convenient urban access.

Area overview

On average King's Heath & Spencer has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 41.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in King's Heath & Spencer is £34,900 per year. There are 5 schools in King's Heath & Spencer: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
113
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
41.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

King's Heath & Spencer Population
9,144
Population density
3,303.9 per km²

Demographics

British
4,738
51.81%
Other White
1,499
16.39%
Bangladeshi
822
8.99%
African
761
8.32%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
218
2.38%
Total population: 9,145

Housing

Social rents from council
1,162
34.14%
Owns with a mortgage
811
23.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
523
15.36%
Owns outright
499
14.66%
Other social rented
287
8.43%
Total households: 3,404

Property prices in King's Heath & Spencer

Based on 50 recent sales, the median property price is £207,500 in King's Heath & Spencer area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £737,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£737,500
Flats7£150,000
Semi-Detached14£240,250
Terraced28£207,500

10 years price trend in King's Heath & Spencer

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.