Towns & cities · East Midlands
Upton
Upton — settlement and civil parish in West Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, England.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Northampton · 3.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Upton is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 590 people. Wikidata describes it as: "settlement and civil parish in West Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, England". Coordinates: 52.2352°, -0.9519°.
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Official information
Upton is a parish located in the East Midlands region of the UK, with a population of approximately 11,419 as of 2024. The area has seen significant growth since the early 2000s, reflecting a diverse community with various demographic characteristics.
From the Wikipedia article
Upton is a civil parish north-east of Kislingbury and south-west of Dallington, in Northamptonshire, England about 3.5 miles (6 km) west of Northampton town centre along the A4500 road. Formerly a scattered hamlet, it is now part of the town. The area west of Northampton is now a major area of expansion of the town and named Upton after the parish.
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Background
History
The name 'Upton' means 'Higher farm/settlement'. The village is both on a hill and is higher up the River Nene than Northampton.
Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Coordinates
- 52.2352, -0.9519
- District
- West Northamptonshire
- Parish
- Upton
- Postcode
- NN5 4WR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Northampton South
- Population
- 590
- Nearest railway station
- Northampton — 3.1 km
- Official site
- www.citypopulation.de
Sources
- wikidata: Q916922 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Upton, Northamptonshire (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: St Michael's Church, Upton - geograph.org.uk - 196569.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
St Michael's Church, Upton
Historic churches · 0.1 km
Quinton House School
Historic houses · 0.2 km
Melbourne Arms Inn
Historic pubs · 0.9 km
The Squirrels Inn
Historic pubs · 1.0 km
Cineworld Cinema Northampton
Theatres · 1.1 km
Upton Mill House And Mill And Attached Bridge
Historic bridges · 1.1 km
Upton Heights
Mountains & hills · 1.1 km
Duston War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 1.1 km
Church of Saint Luke
Historic churches · 1.2 km
Sixfields Stadium
Stadiums · 1.3 km
Duston Mill Meadow
Wildlife reserves · 1.4 km
10Pin
Bowling alleys · 1.4 km
Upton is a town located in the West Midlands region of England, with a population of 590. Our guide lists nearby attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 590
- Constituency
- Northampton South
- Top categories near here
Things to see in Upton
93 attractions within 12 km — showing the 24 most editorially-significant. Full guide: things to do in Upton →
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📷 5Theatres · East Midlands
Essoldo Northampton
Essoldo Northampton in England South East, United Kingdom.
📷 5Theatres · East Midlands
Odeon Northampton
Odeon Northampton in England South East, United Kingdom.
📷 5Theatres · East Midlands
Temperance Hall Cinema
Temperance Hall Cinema in England South East, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic churches · East Midlands
All Saints' Church, Northampton
All Saints' Church, Northampton — Grade I listed church in Northampton, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · East Midlands
Charles Bradlaugh statue
Charles Bradlaugh statue is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic churches · East Midlands
Church of Saint Luke
Church of Saint Luke — Grade I listed church in Duston, Northamptonshire, England, UK.
📷 5Historic churches · East Midlands
Church of St Giles
Church of St Giles — church in Northampton, UK.
📷 3Historic churches · East Midlands
Church of St John the Baptist
Church of St John the Baptist — church in Kingsthorpe, Northampton, United Kingdom.
📷 5Wildlife reserves · East Midlands
Duston Mill Meadow
Duston Mill Meadow — nature reserve in the United Kingdom.
📷 5Wildlife reserves · East Midlands
Harlestone Heath
Harlestone Heath — nature reserve in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic houses · East Midlands
Hazelrigg House
Hazelrigg House — house in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, England, UK.
📷 5Cemeteries · East Midlands
Kingsthorpe Cemetery
Kingsthorpe Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Wildlife reserves · East Midlands
Kingsthorpe Meadow
Kingsthorpe Meadow — nature reserve in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Forests & woodlands · East Midlands
Kingsthorpe Meadow Nature Reserve
Kingsthorpe Meadow Nature Reserve is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · East Midlands
Kingsthorpe War Memorial
Kingsthorpe War Memorial — War memorial, dating to 1921.
📷 3Abbeys & priories · East Midlands
Northampton Abbey
Northampton Abbey — abbey in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, England, UK.
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📷 3Hill forts · East Midlands
Northampton Medieval Synagogue
Northampton Medieval Synagogue — synagogue in Northampton, England, UK.
📷 4Theatres · East Midlands
Playhouse Theatre
Playhouse Theatre is a theatre in the United Kingdom.
📷 4Theatres · East Midlands
Royal & Derngate
Royal & Derngate is a theatre in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Stadiums · East Midlands
Sixfields Stadium
Sixfields Stadium — football stadium in Northampton, England, UK.
📷 5Historic churches · East Midlands
St Matthew's Church, Northampton
St Matthew's Church, Northampton — church in Northampton, UK.
Nearby
📷 3Historic churches · East Midlands
St Michael's Church, Upton
St Michael's Church, Upton — Grade I listed church in Upton, West Northamptonshire, England, UK.
📷 3Historic houses · East Midlands
Quinton House School
Quinton House School — a Grade I-listed historic house in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · East Midlands
Melbourne Arms Inn
Melbourne Arms Inn in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · East Midlands
The Squirrels Inn
The Squirrels Inn in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Theatres · East Midlands
Cineworld Cinema Northampton
Cineworld Cinema Northampton in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · East Midlands
Upton Mill House And Mill And Attached Bridge
Upton Mill House And Mill And Attached Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Upton
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · South East England
Gayton Marina Caravan Park
Gayton Marina Caravan Park — a caravan park in england west midlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · South East England
The Limes Caravan Park
The Limes Caravan Park — a caravan park in england west midlands.
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📷 5Hotels · South East England
Hilton Northampton
Hilton Northampton — a hotel in england west midlands. 4-star. Brand: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.
📷 5Caravan parks · East Midlands
Billing Aquadrome
Billing Aquadrome — a caravan park in england west midlands.
📷 5Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · East Midlands
Melbourne Arms Inn
Melbourne Arms Inn in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · East Midlands
The Squirrels Inn
The Squirrels Inn in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · East Midlands
The Wheatsheaf Inn
The Wheatsheaf Inn in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Cafés · East Midlands
Praca Cafe Portugues
Praca Cafe Portugues — a café in england west midlands.
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Thornhaugh — village and civil parish in Cambridgeshire, UK.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Upton?
- Upton is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NN5 4WR), in the parish of Upton.
- What is Upton?
- Upton — settlement and civil parish in West Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, England.
- How do I get to Upton?
- The nearest railway station is Northampton, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode NN5 4WR.
- Is Upton free to visit?
- Yes, Upton is free to enter.
- How do I get to Upton?
- The nearest railway station is Northampton, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NN5 4WR.