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Location in NorthamptonshireCattle End sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Cattle End
Cattle End is a small settlement in Northamptonshire, located within the NN12 postcode area. It lies in the eastern part of the county, near the border with Cambridgeshire. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered farmsteads typical of the English countryside. The name suggests a historical connection to livestock, likely indicating a place where cattle were once grazed or driven. There are no significant landmarks or commercial centres in Cattle End, and it remains a quiet, residential area. The surrounding landscape is characterised by rolling farmland and hedgerows, with a network of minor roads connecting it to nearby villages. The population is small, and the community maintains a traditional rural character.
School Ratings in Cattle End
There are 18 schools in and around Cattle End. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Cattle End
The average property price is £429K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £511K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cattle End
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Cattle End, with 29 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Cattle End
Cattle End sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.
Local Data for Cattle End
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Property Prices 5,128 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the NN12 postcode area.
Household Income in Cattle End ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cattle End is approximately £64,378 a year before tax, 16% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,134. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £46,134.
Businesses in Cattle End ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,629 active businesses based in Cattle End, around 59 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 21 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Cattle End IMD 2025
Cattle End 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 Cattle End 84 crimes · May 2026
Cattle End records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Anti-social behaviour is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Cattle End
Of the 11,574 households in and around Cattle End, 76% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 13% 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 Cattle End.