About Boughton

Boughton is a village located in Northamptonshire, within the NN2 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Northampton and is part of the civil parish of Boughton and Warkton. The village has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to the medieval period. The local landscape is characterised by open countryside and agricultural fields, typical of the region. Boughton is situated near the River Nene, which contributes to the area's rural character. The village features a mix of traditional and modern housing, with a small community centre and a church that serves as a focal point for local events. Its proximity to Northampton provides access to larger amenities while retaining a quiet, village atmosphere.

School Ratings in Boughton

There are 118 schools in and around Boughton. Fairfields School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boughton

The average property price is £266K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £215K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boughton

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Boughton, with 272 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton

Boughton sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Boughton

Broadband speeds in Boughton 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 6,576 sales

Average Price £266K
£500 — £13.91M
Detached £365K 1,210
Semi £246K 2,210
Terraced £215K 2,540
Flat £143K 349

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

65 Primary
10 Secondary
43 Other
Boughton Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Sunnyside Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles All Saints CofE VA Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Buckton Fields Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Kingsthorpe College Secondary Good 0.8 miles Whitehills Nursery School Nursery Good 0.9 miles Whitehills Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Penfold Children's Centre Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Green Oaks Primary Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Purple Oaks Academy Good 1.2 miles Pitsford School 1.4 miles Northampton School for Girls Secondary Good 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton IMD 2025

Boughton sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
10,391 Children (0-15) 19%
35,024 Working Age 65%
11,421 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.2% 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 Boughton 1,247 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Boughton sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

407 Violence & Sexual Offences
272 Anti-Social Behaviour
126 Shoplifting
83 Public Order
69 Criminal Damage & Arson
63 Other Theft
55 Vehicle Crime
53 Drugs
37 Robbery
32 Burglary
20 Other Crime
15 Weapons
8 Bicycle Theft
7 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Northampton Train Station 3.2 miles
Long Buckby Train Station 8.1 miles
Wellingborough Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

White Hills 0.9 miles Kingsthorpe 1.2 miles Moulton Park 1.4 miles Spinney Hill 1.8 miles Pitsford 1.9 miles Kingsthorpe Hollow 1.9 miles Queen's Park 1.9 miles Boothville 2 miles Moulton 2 miles Chapel Brampton 2 miles Kingsley Park 2 miles King's Heath 2.2 miles

Local Government

District West Northamptonshire
Ward Riverside Park
Constituency Northampton South
Parish Northampton
Region East Midlands

Streets in NN2 30 shown View all streets

A508 7 Abthorpe Avenue 1 Academy Drive 2 Acre Lane 8 Addlecroft Close 4 Adelaide Street 4 Agnes Road 1 Ainsdale Close 1 Anchor Drive 1 Appledore Close 1 Appletree Gardens 2 Archers Close 1 Arndale 1 Arnold Road 1 Arthur Street 2 Ash Grove 1 Ash Rise 3 Ashton Way 1 Auckland Close 1 Aynho Crescent 2 Aynho Walk 3 Badby Close 1 Badeslade 2 Badgers Walk 1 Baker Street 2 Balfour Road 3 Balmoral Road 6 Bankside 1 Barley Lane 3 Barnets Stile 2

Postcodes in NN2 50 shown View all postcodes

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