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About Great Purston
Great Purston is a small village located in Northamptonshire, England, within the NN13 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern houses. The surrounding countryside offers a peaceful environment, with fields and farmland typical of the region.
Local amenities are limited, but nearby towns provide essential services and shops. Great Purston is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the wider area. The village is a suitable base for enjoying the rural landscape and the charm of the English countryside.
School Ratings in Great Purston
There are 43 schools in and around Great Purston. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Great Purston
The average property price is £383K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £454K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Purston
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Great Purston, with 11 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Great Purston
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Great Purston 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.
Local Data for Great Purston
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Property Prices 3,716 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the NN13 postcode area.
Household Income in Great Purston ONS 2023
The average total household income in Great Purston is approximately £65,848 a year before tax, 19% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,679. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £46,679.
Businesses in Great Purston ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,069 active businesses based in Great Purston, around 52 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Great Purston IMD 2025
Great Purston 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.
Crime in Great Purston 55 crimes · May 2026
Great Purston records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences 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
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Great Purston
Of the 8,472 households in and around Great Purston, 77% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 14% 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 Great Purston.