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Broadband in NN3 9AQ
Billing, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 5 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
80% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN3 9AQ
Billing covers the NN3 9AQ postcode in West Northamptonshire. Below you'll find a data-driven picture of life here. Broadband speeds from Ofcom and Ookla. Property prices from the Land Registry. Crime from Police.uk. Demographics from the ONS. Plus schools, flood risk, mobile coverage, and more. No filler. Just facts that help you decide.
Internet coverage here is good. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Billing beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 80%. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 80% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.
Coverage tells you what's available. Speed tests show what people get. Average download at NN3 9AQ: 273 Mbps. Upload: 136 Mbps. Latency: 13ms. Well above the UK average of around 70 Mbps. 4K streaming on multiple devices at once. No problem. Large file downloads finish in minutes, not hours. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Data from 35 speed tests in this area.
Zero cell towers within 1km. Five within 2km. Reasonable tower density for the area. Nearest mast: 1.27km. That distance affects signal. Tower data sourced from OpenStreetMap. More towers generally means better signal and more capacity. Fewer towers can mean congestion at peak times.
Limited house price data for NN3 9AQ. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.
Police.uk data: 176 incidents last month. Around average for a populated area. Most common type: violent crime (76). Second: anti social behaviour (24). Third: shoplifting (18). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Monthly figures move around. The pattern matters more.
Five schools near NN3 9AQ. Nearest: St Andrew's Ceva Primary School. Distance: 0.53 miles. Type: Voluntary aided school. Second nearest: Ecton Brook Primary School (0.54 mi). Also: Standens Barn Primary School (0.71 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.
Flood risk: Very Low. Zone: Zone 1. Lowest category. Unlikely to flood. Insurance shouldn't be affected. Air quality: Good. PM2.5: 3.6 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines. Clean air here. No concerns. Good for asthma sufferers and young children.
Local population: 1,611. Median age: 34. Suburban area. 4062 people per km². Mix of residential and local shops. Quieter than city centres. Busier than countryside. Deprivation index: decile 4 out of 10. That's mid-range. Crime deprivation ranks poorly.
Nearest train station: Northampton. Distance: 4.1 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Wellingborough (6.8 mi). And Kettering (10.4 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 3.24 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: EV Solutions.
Council tax: mostly Band C. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE. Distance: 0.5 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Walking distance to your GP. Handy. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 98.5%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 5G is widely available here. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Remote working score: 70/100. Good setup for working from home. Family score: 55/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.
A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
Billing has a suburban feel. Residential streets with local shops nearby. Garden space is common. Traffic is moderate. Good balance between access and quiet.
Every figure on this page has a source. Ofcom for broadband. Police.uk for crime. Land Registry for house prices. ONS for demographics. Environment Agency for flood risk. Ookla for real speed tests. We don't estimate or interpolate. If the data isn't available, we say so.
Numbers only go so far. Visit NN3 9AQ on a weekday morning and a Saturday afternoon. Check parking availability. Listen for traffic noise. Look at the condition of nearby properties. Talk to a neighbour if you can. First impressions matter when choosing a home.
That's the full picture for NN3 9AQ based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 80% | 80% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 80% | 80% | TBC |
Real-World Speeds at NN3 9AQ
Based on 35 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
273
Mbps
Upload
136
Mbps
Latency
13
ms
Tests
35
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near NN3 9AQ
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
5
towers
Nearest Tower
1.3
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
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Area suitability scores
NN3 9AQRemote Worker
70Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 176
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Ceva Primary School | Voluntary aided school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Ecton Brook Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Standens Barn Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Northampton Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Blackthorn Primary School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
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Zone 1
🟢
Very low flood risk
This postcode has no recorded flood risk from rivers or sea according to Environment Agency data.
Flood Zone
Zone 1
Risk Level
Very Low
Council tax bands
Band distribution for West Northamptonshire
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire
Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Northampton
4.1 mi
by road
Wellingborough
6.8 mi
by road
Kettering
10.4 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
MAYFIELD SURGERY
new patients
DR ABBAS
new patients
RILLWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
WOODVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Good air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
EV Solutions
3.2 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
4.7 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
4.7 mi
away
BP Pulse
4.9 mi
away
Orla-alma
6.1 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027142
Overall IMD Decile
4 / 10
Below average
Ranked
10,549
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 011B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 4 | 10,615 | Below average |
| Employment | 5 | 13,853 | Average |
| Education | 4 | 26 | Below average |
| Health | 4 | N/A | Below average |
| Crime | 2 | 1 | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 026B
Population
1,611
Census 2021
Density
4062
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Billing
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027142
Frequently asked questions about NN3 9AQ
What are the broadband speeds available at NN3 9AQ?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN3 9AQ. Maximum download speeds reach 80% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 80%.
What is the average house price near NN3 9AQ?
No recent house price data for NN3 9AQ. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN3 9AQ?
NN3 9AQ has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency. This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
What schools are nearby in the NN3 9AQ area?
The nearest school to NN3 9AQ is St Andrew's Ceva Primary School (Voluntary aided school), 0.53 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN3 9AQ compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 176 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is around average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is NN3 9AQ for remote working?
NN3 9AQ scores 70/100 for remote working suitability, making it well suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at NN3 9AQ?
4G outdoor coverage at NN3 9AQ is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 98.5%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near NN3 9AQ?
EPC data is not yet available for NN3 9AQ. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN3 9AQ?
The most common council tax band in West Northamptonshire is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £2071 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN3 9AQ?
The nearest GP surgery to NN3 9AQ is BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.5 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN3 9AQ?
The nearest train station to NN3 9AQ is Northampton, 4.1 miles away. Other nearby stations include Wellingborough (6.8 mi) and Kettering (10.4 mi).
Is NN3 9AQ a suitable area for families?
NN3 9AQ scores 55/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at NN3 9AQ?
Air quality at NN3 9AQ is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.6 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits set by the WHO.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN3 9AQ?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN3 9AQ is 3.24 miles away (EV Solutions, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN3 9AQ?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 80% of premises at NN3 9AQ. Gigabit coverage reaches 80%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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