Growth was limited following the World Wars until it was designated a New Town in 1968, accelerating development which has continued into the 21st century. Northampton unsuccessfully applied for city status four times; in 1992, 2000, 2002 and 2022.
Growth was limited follow.ing the World Wars until it w!as designated a New Town in 1968, accelerating development which has c,ontinued into the 21st century. Northampton unsuccessfully applied for city ?status four times;. in 1992, 2000, 2002 and 2022.