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
933,712
Population
England
Country

Postcode districts in Northamptonshire

DistrictPost townPostcodesPopulation
NN3 Northampton 1,319 73,549
NN8 Wellingborough 1,211 56,504
NN14 Kettering 1,168 46,177
NN6 Northampton 1,153 37,657
NN11 Daventry 1,152 41,291
LE15 Oakham 1,101 35,285
LE16 Market Harborough 1,038 38,080
PE9 Stamford 1,019 34,019
NN4 Northampton 961 50,503
NN15 Kettering 933 40,832
NN17 Corby 877 33,475
CV23 Rugby 861 25,112
NN16 Kettering 858 33,994
NN10 Rushden 853 42,520
NN5 Northampton 853 45,826
NN1 Northampton 842 34,842
NN7 Northampton 823 32,675
NN2 Northampton 795 45,642
NN12 Towcester 788 27,491
OX17 Banbury 710 16,952
NN9 Wellingborough 664 28,273
NN18 Corby 653 38,562
PE8 Peterborough 643 19,654
NN13 Brackley 567 20,669
MK19 Milton Keynes 349 11,947
MK11 Milton Keynes 294 10,987
NN29 Wellingborough 279 11,194

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 933,712.