About Barby

Barby is a village located in Northamptonshire, within the CV23 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Daventry and is situated near the A426 road, making it accessible from nearby towns and cities. The village has a long history, with records indicating its presence in the Domesday Book of 1086. It features a mix of traditional and modern housing, with a small village centre that includes a church and a few local amenities. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and quiet lanes, typical of the rural landscape in this part of England. Barby is a peaceful community with a strong sense of local identity, and it remains a quiet residential area with a close-knit population.

School Ratings in Barby

There are 54 schools in and around Barby. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barby

The average property price is £506K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £432K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barby

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Barby, with 34 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barby

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barby ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barby

Broadband speeds in Barby are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,237 sales

Average Price £506K
£2K — £127.2M
Detached £432K 2,505
Semi £279K 1,393
Terraced £235K 890
Flat £132K 191

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

36 Primary
8 Secondary
10 Other
Barby Church of England Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Kilsby Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Gabriel's CofE Academy Primary Good 2 miles Rainsbrook Secure Training Centre 2.1 miles English Martyrs Catholic Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Hillmorton Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Ashlawn School Secondary 2.2 miles Braunston Church of England Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Paddox Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Avon Park School Outstanding 2.6 miles Houlton School Secondary Good 2.6 miles Abbots Farm Infant School Primary Good 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barby IMD 2025

Barby is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
11,191 Children (0-15) 19%
36,653 Working Age 62%
14,294 Older (60+) 24%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Barby 163 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Barby sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

78 Violence & Sexual Offences
34 Anti-Social Behaviour
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Public Order
5 Drugs
5 Shoplifting
4 Weapons
4 Other Crime
3 Burglary
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Other Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Northamptonshire Crick and Long Buckby Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Rugby Train Station 4 miles
Long Buckby Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kilsby 1.4 miles Barby Nortoft 1.4 miles Hillmorton 2 miles Ashby St Ledgers 2.2 miles Braunston 2.5 miles Willoughby 2.6 miles Lower Green 2.8 miles Crick 2.8 miles Wolfhampcote 3.3 miles Welton 3.5 miles Woolscott 3.6 miles Overslade 3.6 miles

Local Government

District Rugby
County Warwickshire
Ward Hillmorton
Constituency Rugby
Parish Rugby, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in CV23 30 shown View all streets

A361 1 A426 5 A427 3 Aikman Green 1 Allans Close 1 Allans Lane 1 Almond Close 1 Angwin Avenue 1 Anker Drive 1 Anns Lane 1 Anthorn Close 1 Arnills Way 1 Arnold Drive 1 Arthur James Drive 2 Ashleigh Close 1 Ashman Avenue 2 Aster Drive 1 Avens Close 1 Avocet Close 3 Avon Street 2 Avon Way 1 B4029 1 B4112 1 Back Lane 3 Badger Close 1 Bailey Road 1 Bailey's Lane 1 Balding Close 1 Barby Lane 2 Barby Road 1

Postcodes in CV23 50 shown View all postcodes

CV23 0AB CV23 0AD CV23 0AE CV23 0AF CV23 0AG CV23 0AH CV23 0AJ CV23 0AL CV23 0AN CV23 0AP CV23 0AQ CV23 0AS CV23 0AT CV23 0AU CV23 0BA CV23 0BB CV23 0BD CV23 0BE CV23 0BF CV23 0BG CV23 0BH CV23 0BJ CV23 0BL CV23 0BN CV23 0BP CV23 0BQ CV23 0BS CV23 0BT CV23 0BU CV23 0BW CV23 0BX CV23 0BY CV23 0BZ CV23 0DA CV23 0DB CV23 0DD CV23 0DE CV23 0DF CV23 0DG CV23 0DH CV23 0DJ CV23 0DL CV23 0DN CV23 0DP CV23 0DQ CV23 0DR CV23 0DS CV23 0DT CV23 0DU CV23 0DW