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Location in NorthamptonshireApethorpe sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Apethorpe
Apethorpe is a village located in Northamptonshire, in the east of England. It lies within the PE8 postcode area and is situated near the border with Cambridgeshire. The village is known for its historic Apethorpe Hall, a Jacobean mansion that dates back to the early 17th century and is now managed by English Heritage. The hall features extensive gardens and is open to the public during certain times of the year. The surrounding area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered farmsteads. Apethorpe has a small community with a village hall and a church, St Mary’s, which dates from the 13th century. The village is accessible by road, with the A1400 passing nearby, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Peterborough and Kettering.
School Ratings in Apethorpe
Families in Apethorpe have access to 11 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Apethorpe
Homes sell for an average of £422K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £537K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Apethorpe
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Apethorpe, with 1 incidents recorded in June 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Apethorpe
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Apethorpe around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Property Prices 2,461 sales
Schools & Education 11 within 5 miles View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE8 postcode area.
Household Income in Apethorpe ONS 2023
The average total household income in Apethorpe is approximately £65,590 a year before tax, 19% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,357. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,357.
Businesses in Apethorpe ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,061 active businesses based in Apethorpe, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Apethorpe IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Apethorpe are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Apethorpe 5 crimes · June 2026
Crime levels in Apethorpe are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 2 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Apethorpe
Of the 8,004 households in and around Apethorpe, 68% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Apethorpe.