Northampton Letting & Estate Agents

Northampton is an historic town in the East Midlands. It was originally a walled town with a castle, but both were destroyed during the Restoration of the Monarchy in 1660 because the town had sided against the King during the English Civil Wars. Much of the rest of the town was destroyed by a great fire in 1675. The town was rebuilt and became famous for its shoe and leather industry. Many top brands, including Church’s, Crockett, Barkers and Jones, remain in the local area.

The property market in Northampton is busy and active. Helped by its wide range of housing styles, including grand period property, suburban family homes and smart town centre apartments. Average house prices are below the national average, making Northampton an excellent place to invest in buy-to-let property.

Northampton holds many notable landmarks and destinations to explore. Take a look at several landmarks which are worth visiting below…

• Silverstone – Britain’s premier Formula 1 racetrack sits just 15 miles from Northampton. Have a day at the races at nearby Silverstone, Britain’s premier Formula 1 racetrack. (Silverstone Circuit, Towcester NN12 8TN).
• Althorp House – The surrounding countryside is littered with picturesque villages, perfect for an afternoon stroll. You can visit many country homes, including Althorp House, the family home of the Spencer family and the resting place of Diana, Princess of Wales. (Althorp, Northampton NN7 4HQ).
• Abington Park – This 117-acre parkland features ornamental lakes, well-maintained gardens, and the Museum of Leathercraft. Abington Park, spanning 117 acres, offers a serene retreat within the heart of Northampton. Residents can enjoy picturesque lakes, beautiful flower gardens, and historic structures. The park hosts events, making it a hub of community activity. Perfect for leisurely strolls, family picnics, or a moment of tranquillity. (Park Avenue South, Northampton NN1 5LW).
• Royal & Derngate Theatre – Northampton’s main performing arts venue presents West End productions, comedy shows, and musical performances across two auditoriums (Guildhall Road, Northampton NN1 1DP).
• Delapré Abbey – This restored medieval monastery contains centuries of architectural evolution. Walk through its walled garden and learn about the 1460 Battle of Northampton (London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW).
• 78 Derngate – The only house in England designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, featuring striking Art Nouveau interiors from 1916 (82 Derngate, Northampton NN1 1UH).
• Northampton Museum & Art Gallery – Home to the world’s largest collection of historical footwear, telling the story of the town’s shoemaking heritage (Guildhall Road, Northampton NN1 1DP).
• All Saints’ Church – This restored 17th-century church stands as a testament to Northampton’s recovery from the Great Fire of 1675 (George Row, Northampton NN1 1DF).
• Racecourse Park – A vast green space that hosted horse racing until 1904, now offering sports facilities and a children’s play area (Kettering Road, Northampton NN1 4LG).
• Sywell Aerodrome – A 1920s airfield maintaining its original Art Deco style, including the Sywell Aviation Museum and popular air shows (Sywell Aerodrome, Northampton NN6 0BN).

Northampton has many excellent primary and secondary schools, meaning you’ll have plenty of choice if you choose to move to the area.

There are over 50 primary schools in Northampton, most of which are rated outstanding or good by Ofsted. Three of the local secondary schools are ranked in the top 10 schools in the country. These are Northampton School for Boys, Northampton School for Girls and Northampton Academy.

For more information, take a look at Northampton schooling options on the government website.

Northampton has excellent transport connections, especially by road. It is close to the M1 motorway and A43 and A45 dual carriageways.

• Car & Road: The M1 motorway runs along the town’s western edge, putting London within a 1-hour-15-minute drive and Birmingham about 1 hour away. The A45 leads east to Cambridge in 1 hour 30 minutes, while the A43 heads south to Oxford in about an hour. The A508 connects north to Market Harborough in 30 minutes.
• Bus: Numerous bus routes serve the town centre and surrounding areas. Regular services run from North Gate bus station to local districts, with frequent connections to Milton Keynes (50 minutes), Bedford (1 hour 15 minutes), and Leicester (1 hour 45 minutes). Night buses operate on weekends for main routes across town.
• Train: The mainline train station has been completely redeveloped and provides a direct line to Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham International and London Euston. Northampton to London Euston takes around 1 hour by train.
• Cycling: The town maintains dedicated cycle paths throughout, particularly along the River Nene and through key green spaces. The Connect2 cycling network links residential areas to the town centre, business parks, and education facilities. Secure bicycle storage stands are available at the train station and various points across town.
• Walking: The town centre’s layout makes walking practical for daily tasks. Well-maintained footpaths connect neighbouring districts, while the Nene Way provides scenic routes along the river.
• Airport: The nearest major airports include Luton (1 hour by car), Birmingham (1 hour 15 minutes by car), and East Midlands (1 hour 20 minutes by car). All offer worldwide destinations and are reachable by public transport from Northampton.

For more information about transport options in Northampton, take a look here.

Northampton has extensive shopping facilities, from high street staples to smaller independent outlets and an impressive art gallery. There are also several out-of-town retail parks. Supermarkets are plentiful, with large supermarkets like Tesco, Waitrose, Asda, Sainsbury’s and Lidl all present.

Northampton has many tempting restaurants, pubs and bars serving food and drinks from local farms and breweries. Two excellent restaurants are The Church Restaurant (actually located in a former church) and the Turkish Saray Mangal celebrated for its authentic dishes and its welcoming atmosphere.

Northampton has a competitive rental sector with apartments, two-bedroom homes and larger family homes all in high demand. Strong rents coupled with lower-than-average property prices mean Northampton offers attractive rental yields.

Victorian terraced houses line many central streets, while 1930s semi-detached homes spread through areas like Kingsley and Abington. The town also offers Georgian properties, particularly near the town centre, and substantial Edwardian houses in St Giles and Poets Corner. Post-World War II estates occupy outer areas, with newer builds appearing in growing districts like Upton and Collingtree.

The most sought-after properties sit in the Derngate area, where elegant Victorian villas dominate. The Billing Road features substantial detached houses with large gardens, while The Avenue in Spinney Hill presents impressive period homes. Spencer Bridge Road contains well-maintained Victorian properties, and the streets around Abington Park feature appealing bay-fronted homes from the early 1900s.

Equally, Northampton is strategically located with good road and rail links, making it easy to travel to nearby cities like Birmingham and London. The M1 motorway provides convenient access, and the train station offers regular services to all major cities.

Northampton University provides a dependable market for student accommodation.