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About Canons Ashby
Canons Ashby is a village located in Northamptonshire, within the NN11 postcode area of England. It is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is known for its historic manor house, Canons Ashby House, which dates back to the 16th century and is now managed by the National Trust. The house features period furnishings and displays a collection of artefacts from the Civil War era. The surrounding grounds include formal gardens and a walled kitchen garden, offering a peaceful place for visitors to explore. The village itself is small, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and a local pub that serves as a community hub. The area is accessible by road and is within easy reach of nearby towns such as Daventry and Northampton.
School Ratings in Canons Ashby
There are 9 schools in and around Canons Ashby. Welton Church of England Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Canons Ashby
The average property price is £359K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £405K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Canons Ashby
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Canons Ashby, with 66 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Canons Ashby
Canons Ashby 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.
Local Data for Canons Ashby
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Property Prices 6,044 sales
Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the NN11 postcode area.
Household Income in Canons Ashby ONS 2023
The average total household income in Canons Ashby is approximately £52,290 a year before tax, 5% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,286. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,286.
Businesses in Canons Ashby ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,964 active businesses based in Canons Ashby, around 48 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 41 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Canons Ashby IMD 2025
Canons Ashby 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.
Crime in Canons Ashby 198 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime levels in Canons Ashby sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Anti-social behaviour 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Canons Ashby
Of the 17,448 households in and around Canons Ashby, 66% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 17% 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 Canons Ashby.