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NN4West Northamptonshire

Central Northampton & Suburbs

Central Northampton & Suburbs investment guide. Average gross yield 4.1%, landlord's market rental demand.

4.1%avg gross yield
£302kavg sold price (859 sales, 12mo)
Landlord's marketrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
4.1%
+4.1% vs West Northamptonshire avg (0.0%)
Average Asking Price
£301,510
high confidence (859 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£993
2-bed · 3-bed £1,261 · 4.5% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£302
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in NN4
1-bed
£790
per month
4.4% yield
2-bed
£993
per month
4.5% yield
3-bed
£1,261
per month
4.9% yield
4-bed
£1,600
per month
4.9% yield
Ownership mix
NN4 vs UK average · 26,774 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
Mortgage-driven market: 38% owned with mortgage (9pp higher than the UK average of 30%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
26.5%(UK 32.9%)
-6.4pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
38.2%(UK 29.7%)
+8.5pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
21.5%(UK 20.3%)
+1.2pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
13.8%(UK 17.1%)
-3.3pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in NN4
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced5.8%£235,000£1,134
Semi-detached5.2%£277,000£1,203
Detached4.2%£404,943£1,407
Flat8.1%£151,000£1,017

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About Central Northampton & Suburbs (NN4, West Northamptonshire)

NN4 offers investors solid yields averaging 4.1% with entry-level properties around £301,510. The landlord's market conditions and consistent rental demand across all property sizes make this a relatively stable investment area for those seeking steady returns without premium valuations.

The tenant demographic is diverse, spanning professionals and families across 1-4 bedroom properties. Larger homes (3-4 bed) command stronger yields of 4.9%, suggesting good demand from families, whilst 1-2 bed units appeal to single professionals and sharers, though with marginally lower yields at 4.4-4.5%.

Investors should monitor local employment stability, as rental strength here is closely tied to Northampton's job market and business base. Property condition and maintenance costs should be carefully assessed at purchase, as older stock predominates in parts of NN4.

Sold Price Trend - NN4
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
-2.6% over 2 years
Flip Activity - NN4
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
7
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+38.3%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
10 mo
Flip rate
0.4%
of all sales
Recent case studies
ringway
Terraced
Bought Nov 24
£125k
Sold Jan 26
£210k
14 mo+61.9%*
Gross 68.0%
briar hill road
Terraced
Bought Feb 24
£195k
Sold Jul 25
£285k
17 mo+38.3%*
Gross 46.2%
langford drive
Semi
Bought Jun 24
£200k
Sold Jun 25
£270k
13 mo+31.2%*
Gross 35.0%
massey close
Semi
Bought Sept 24
£225k
Sold Mar 25
£323k
6 mo+39.9%*
Gross 43.3%
dimock square
Terraced
Bought May 24
£154k
Sold Feb 25
£213k
9 mo+33.7%*
Gross 38.3%
london road
Semi
Bought Aug 23
£175k
Sold Jun 24
£265k
10 mo+53.5%*
Gross 51.4%
* 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 - NN4
Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district
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.
Selective LicensingNot in effect
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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