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Kingsley Park & Racecourse

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About

Kingsley Park & Racecourse is a residential area in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, known for its mix of housing and green spaces. The area is centered around Kingsley Park, a large open space with sports facilities, playgrounds, and walking paths. Nearby, the former Northampton Racecourse site has been redeveloped, adding modern housing while retaining some of its historic character.

The area benefits from good transport links, with easy access to the A45 and Northampton town center. Local amenities include schools, shops, and healthcare services, making it a practical place to live. The blend of parkland and residential development gives the area a balanced feel, catering to families and commuters alike.

Area overview

On average Kingsley Park & Racecourse has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 135 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kingsley Park & Racecourse is £42,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Kingsley Park & Racecourse: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

135

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

13.4%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Kingsley Park & Racecourse Population

6,196

Population density

4,147.6 per km²

Demographics

British

3,726

60.15%

Other White

1,099

17.74%

African

230

3.71%

Bangladeshi

139

2.24%

Indian

131

2.11%

Total population: 6,194

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

791

30.77%

Owns with a mortgage

774

30.11%

Owns outright

569

22.13%

Social rents from council

186

7.23%

Other social rented

125

4.86%

Total households: 2,571

Property prices in Kingsley Park & Racecourse

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £225,000 in Kingsley Park & Racecourse area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £640,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£262,500	£228,750	£243,750	£281,250	£296,250
Flats	7	£153,000	£119,800	£138,000	£180,000	£190,000
Semi-Detached	11	£250,000	£200,000	£218,000	£280,500	£289,500
Terraced	41	£229,000	£173,000	£200,000	£295,000	£483,000

10 years price trend in Kingsley Park & Racecourse

All postcodes in Kingsley Park & Racecourse

NN26BF

Freehold Street

NN26EH

Monarch Road

NN26HA

Arthur Street

NN14QP

Holly Road

NN27BN

Homestead Way

NN27DH

Carlton Gardens

NN27LS

Brookfield Road

NN26JJ

Trinity Avenue

NN26JL

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail