Lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos Northamptonshire has released its annual ‘best places to live guide’, looking at where to buy across the county.
The guide covers each area, including where to eat, shop, schools, local culture and the community.
Hero Brown, Muddy Stilettos founder, said: “When people decide to move, they’re searching for more than just a house - they want a home, a lifestyle that works for them and
their family, and if they’re strategic, a long-term investment too.
“Our 2027 guide will give them that extra reassurance they need to make their decision easier in these difficult economic times. We’ve built our reputation on our first-hand knowledge of the most exciting, vibrant places to go and things to do outside London.
“Combined with up to the minute listings of desirable properties, our guide is a unique reference point in a turbulent, yet hopefully resilient, property market.”
Here are the eight best places to live in Northamptonshire, from number eight to number one.

1. Best places to live in Northamptonshire
The best places to live in Northamptonshire have been revealed by Muddy Stilettos Photo: Muddy Stilettos

2. Best places to live in Northamptonshire
Towcester - A ‘wave of new indie businesses and housing’ and great road connections saw this town make the list. Photo: Muddy Stilettos

3. Best places to live in Northamptonshire
Oundle - Muddy Stilettos refers to the town as being ‘like Oxford, in miniature’, with honey-stone cottages, dreaming spires, great restaurants and schools. Photo: Muddy Stilettos

4. Best places to live in Northamptonshire
Middleton Cheney - The guide says this village is great for families, bedded in the community with great road links and excellent amenities on its doorstep. Photo: Muddy Stilettos