NN5West Northamptonshire

West Northamptonshire Growth Corridor

West Northamptonshire Growth Corridor investment guide. Average gross yield 4.7%, landlord's market rental demand.

4.7%avg gross yield

£266kavg sold price (701 sales, 12mo)

Landlord's marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

4.7%

+4.7% vs West Northamptonshire avg (0.0%)

Average Asking Price

£265,737

high confidence (701 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£1,057

2-bed · 3-bed £1,388 · 5.5% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£288

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in NN5

1-bed

£806

per month

4.8% yield

2-bed

£1,057

per month

5.5% yield

3-bed

£1,388

per month

5.6% yield

4-bed

£1,631

per month

5.4% yield

Ownership mix

NN5 vs UK average · 23,449 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

Distinct tenure mix: 25% owned outright (8pp lower than the UK average of 33%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

24.8%(UK 32.9%)

-8.1pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

33.8%(UK 29.7%)

+4.1pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

21.4%(UK 20.3%)

+1.1pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

20.0%(UK 17.1%)

+2.9pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in NN5

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	6.2%	£230,000	£1,190
Semi-detached →	5.3%	£269,765	£1,202
Detached →	4.3%	£384,766	£1,382
Flat →	8.8%	£134,500	£985

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About West Northamptonshire Growth Corridor (NN5, West Northamptonshire)

NN5 attracts property investors seeking solid yields in an undervalued market. With an average gross yield of 4.7% and property prices averaging £265,737, the area offers accessible entry points compared to Southeast markets, whilst multi-bedroom properties deliver yields above 5.4%—particularly appealing for buy-to-let portfolios.

The rental market is firmly landlord-favourable, indicating strong tenant demand relative to available stock. The tenant profile skews towards families, evidenced by consistent rental demand across 2-4 bedroom properties and yields strengthening with property size—suggesting reliable occupancy and steady rental growth potential in this demographic segment.

Investors should monitor local economic fundamentals and employment hubs, as rental demand in Northamptonshire remains tied to regional job creation and infrastructure development. Additionally, while current yields are competitive, property appreciation has historically lagged Southeast markets, so returns will primarily depend on rental income rather than capital growth.

Sold Price Trend - NN5

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

-9.9% over 2 years

Flip Activity - NN5

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+43.5%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

13 mo

Flip rate

0.2%

of all sales

Recent case studies

pennine way

Semi

Bought Nov 24

£181k

Sold Sept 25

£268k

11 mo+43.5%*

Gross 48.1%

whitefield road

Semi

Bought Jan 24

£170k

Sold Feb 25

£296k

13 mo+68.1%*

Gross 74.1%

dane ridge

Semi

Bought Jun 23

£275k

Sold Jul 24

£325k

14 mo+17.2%*

* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.

Planning & Licensing - NN5

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

No Article 4 directions in this LPA. Selective/additional licensing not yet verified.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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