The Parish Church of St James is situated in St James Road, Northampton, NN55LE, approximately 1.5 kilometres west north west of the Town Centre of Northampton in an area of St James known locally as 'Jimmy's End'.

The Parish of St James has a diverse population, from many ethnic backgrounds and traditions and has strong ties with other local churches in the area and St James Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School. There is a healthy fellowship with surroundings churches of other denominations.

In January 2023 St. James Church began an association with the local Freemasons to feed those in need in our Parish. The St. James Three Pillars Feeding the Homeless feeds and supports homeless people and most vulnerable in Northampton. A Freemason based charity in conjunction with many members of the public, local businesses. Food is provided on a Tuesday and Friday evening from 6pm until 8pm. Currently over 230 people are fed each week.  Food Bank, hot drinks, toiletries, sanitary items for the ladies, sleeping bags, tents when needed, all clothing, dog food, are all provided free of charge, when available. A Welfare Team is also on hand to help with both social and physical health needs.