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Area guide

NN16 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the NN16 postcode area, covering Kettering and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

NN16 area price snapshot

Average price

£126,290

Median price

£114,950

5-year trend

+24.3%

Total sales

20,952

The NN16 area has 645 individual postcodes with 20,952 registered sales. Prices are +68.3% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Kettering. The five-year price movement is +24.3%.

About Kettering

A Northamptonshire market town with fast East Midlands Railway trains to London St Pancras, a growing logistics sector and affordable family housing.

🚆 Main station

Kettering

⏱️ London commute

~55 min by train

🏫 Notable school

Kettering Science Academy

View full Kettering property data →

Market context

NN16 averages £126,290, placing it in the affordable category, +68.3% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 20,952 recorded sales across 645 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in NN16 is +24.3%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for NN16

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in NN16 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in NN16.
  • 🏘️Explore Kettering. Much of the NN16 activity centres on Kettering. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the NN16 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in NN16

NN16 9QB

£77,754 avg · 206 sales

NN16 9QA

£81,118 avg · 171 sales

NN16 8RW

£79,998 avg · 169 sales

NN16 8QH

£87,748 avg · 150 sales

NN16 9PZ

£80,566 avg · 146 sales

NN16 8RQ

£82,607 avg · 144 sales

NN16 9TX

£93,724 avg · 143 sales

NN16 0AW

£100,522 avg · 142 sales

NN16 9FS

£230,633 avg · 140 sales

View all 645 postcodes in NN16 →

Useful tools for NN16 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£26

Avg £126,290 in NN16

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare NN16 with other areas

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Kettering data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This NN16 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in NN16?

The average sold price in the NN16 postcode area is £126,290, based on 20,952 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Kettering.

How do NN16 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in NN16 average £126,290, which is +68.3% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in NN16 lower than the average?

The median price (£114,950) is 9.0% below the average (£126,290), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have NN16 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in NN16 have moved +24.3% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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