Northamptonshire Postcodes County

Northamptonshire is a county in the East Midlands of England, known for its rolling countryside, market towns and long standing agricultural traditions. The landscape is largely made up of farmland, river valleys and gently undulating hills, giving the county a settled and balanced feel. Its central position within England has historically supported trade, travel and the steady growth of communities.

The county includes towns such as Northampton, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough and Daventry, each contributing to local life in different ways. Northampton serves as the main administrative centre, while other towns developed through industry, manufacturing and local commerce. Alongside this, market towns and villages continue to support agriculture and everyday services across the county.

Northamptonshire benefits from access to countryside, parks and waterways, supporting walking and outdoor activity as part of daily life. The area combines rural traditions with modern employment and transport links, creating a practical and well connected environment. Overall, Northamptonshire offers a calm mix of countryside, historic settlement and everyday working life, giving it a steady and well established character within England.

22,764
Postcodes
27
Districts
826,991
Population
England
Country

Postcode districts in Northamptonshire

DistrictPost townPostcodesPopulation
NN3 Northampton 1,319 68,995
NN8 Wellingborough 1,211 49,069
NN14 Kettering 1,168 43,207
NN6 Northampton 1,153 33,495
NN11 Daventry 1,152 37,441
LE15 Oakham 1,101 32,521
LE16 Market Harborough 1,038 34,458
PE9 Stamford 1,019 31,075
NN4 Northampton 961 46,746
NN15 Kettering 933 34,455
NN17 Corby 877 26,796
CV23 Rugby 861 21,968
NN16 Kettering 858 29,722
NN10 Rushden 853 38,277
NN5 Northampton 853 38,058
NN1 Northampton 842 29,267
NN7 Northampton 823 27,341
NN2 Northampton 795 38,120
NN12 Towcester 788 23,047
OX17 Banbury 710 17,199
NN9 Wellingborough 664 26,248
NN18 Corby 653 32,717
PE8 Peterborough 643 17,757
NN13 Brackley 567 18,522
MK19 Milton Keynes 349 11,204
MK11 Milton Keynes 294 7,754
NN29 Wellingborough 279 11,532

Frequently asked questions

How many postcodes are in Northamptonshire?

There are approximately 22,764 postcodes in Northamptonshire.

How many postcode districts are in Northamptonshire?

Northamptonshire contains 27 postcode districts.

What is the population of Northamptonshire?

The postcode districts in Northamptonshire have a combined population of about 826,991.