About Croughton

Croughton is a village located in Northamptonshire, England, within the NN13 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles from the market town of Brackley and offers a mix of residential and rural life. The village features a number of local amenities, including a primary school and a village hall, which serves as a hub for community activities and events. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Croughton is also known for its close-knit community, where residents often engage in local events and initiatives. The village's location makes it convenient for those wishing to explore nearby towns and attractions in Northamptonshire and beyond.

School Ratings in Croughton

Families in Croughton have access to 17 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Croughton

Homes sell for an average of £396K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £438K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Croughton

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Croughton, with 10 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Croughton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Croughton among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Croughton

Broadband services in Croughton range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,752 sales

Average Price £396K
£1K — £33.16M
Detached £438K 1,528
Semi £299K 905
Terraced £265K 804
Flat £169K 343

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
1 Secondary
4 Other
Croughton All Saints CofE Primary School Primary Good 156 yards Newbottle and Charlton Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Fritwell Church of England Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Brackley Children's Centre 3.2 miles Kings Sutton Primary Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles Waynflete Infants' School Primary Requires Improvement 3.3 miles Magdalen College School Secondary 3.3 miles Winchester House School 3.5 miles Brackley Church of England Junior School Primary Good 3.5 miles Bracken Leas Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Farthinghoe Primary School Primary 3.9 miles The Radstone Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Croughton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Croughton experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,492 Children (0-15) 18%
19,500 Working Age 63%
8,249 Older (60+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.2% 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 Croughton 65 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Croughton 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.

29 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Drugs
4 Shoplifting
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Burglary
3 Public Order
2 Other Crime
1 Other Theft
Local Policing
Northamptonshire Brackley 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

Kings Sutton Train Station 3.5 miles
Tackley Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Souldern 1.8 miles Aynho 1.9 miles Hinton-in-the-Hedges 2 miles Charlton 2.2 miles Newbottle 2.2 miles Baynard's Green 2.5 miles Evenley 2.6 miles Walton Grounds 2.6 miles Cottisford 2.8 miles Fritwell 2.8 miles Astrop 3.1 miles Kings Sutton 3.1 miles

Local Government

District West Northamptonshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Brackley
Constituency South Northamptonshire
Parish Brackley
Region East Midlands

Streets in NN13 30 shown View all streets

A421 1 A422 10 A43 5 Abbey Road 1 Allens Gate 1 Andrews Avenue 1 Andromeda Way 1 Antelope Hill Mews 1 Ariel Lane 1 Ash Drive 2 Ashwin Close 1 Avenue Bernard 2 B4031 1 Badger Close 1 Balliol Road 1 Balmoral Drive 1 Banbury Road 8 Bannerman Drive 1 Barksdale Avenue 1 Bartlett Court 1 Bayard Brow 1 Beaumont Crescent 2 Beech Drive 1 Bell Close 1 Bell Lane 1 Bell Tower Way 1 Bianca Close 1 Bicester Hill 1 Biddlesden Road 1 Bishops Close 1

Postcodes in NN13 50 shown View all postcodes

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