Ward in West Northamptonshire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.268, -0.831 |
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| OS grid ref: | SP 79 63 |
| Dialling code: | 01604 (Northampton) |
Talavera is an inner-urban ward in the town of Northampton, within the unitary authority of West Northamptonshire. It sits close to the town centre and contains a mix of Victorian terraces, later housing and local shops, so the local economy is closely tied to Northampton’s retail, services and light industry; residents commonly commute into the town or travel further afield for work. The ward has a diverse population and a range of community facilities and schools that reflect its urban character.
The name recalls the Battle of Talavera (1809), a historical nod that appears elsewhere in local street and place names, and the area has seen pockets of regeneration and community-led projects in recent years. While compact, the ward offers a cross-section of social and economic life in modern Northampton, balancing long-established neighbourhoods with ongoing change and local initiatives.
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