Broadband in NW2 4DE

Looking at NW2 4DE in Brent? Here is what the data says. From broadband coverage to crime rates, this is the full picture. All numbers are from official sources. The guide is updated as new data becomes available.

Superfast coverage here stands at 100%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Coverage at this postcode is strong. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 73.3% of properties. Over half of premises have access to faster tiers. Gigabit-capable connections cover 73.3% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 73.3% of addresses. FTTP rollout is underway but not yet complete. The maximum download speed recorded is 1000 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at NW2 4DE tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 26.7% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 73.3% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

What do the broadband speeds at NW2 4DE mean in practice? Multiple 4K streams can run simultaneously. Netflix, Disney+, and iPlayer should all work without buffering even with several devices active. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NW2 4DE. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NW2 4DE, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

1 crimes were reported near NW2 4DE in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was burglary. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

London Paddington station is the closest rail link at 2.7 miles from NW2 4DE. A short drive or cycle gets you to the platform. Bus links may also connect. London Euston is the next closest at 3.7 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 4.1 miles.

Properties around NW2 4DE most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is Brent. The three most common bands are A (30%), B (25%), C (20%). Band A corresponds to 1991 property values of up to £40,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

4G outdoor coverage at NW2 4DE reaches 99%. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. 5G has not yet reached this postcode. Coverage is expanding but remains concentrated in urban centres. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for NW2 4DE: remote working 100/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

The local authority for NW2 4DE is Brent. The NW2 postcode area contains 1266 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NW2 ranges from 0% to 100%. NW2 4DE is close to the area average of 99%.

How does NW2 4DE compare to its neighbours? NW2 4DG (0.05 miles, Brent) has 100% superfast coverage and 34.5% gigabit. NW6 7PR (0.1 miles, Brent) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NW2 5RG (0.08 miles, Brent) has 100% superfast coverage and 54.2% gigabit. NW2 4DQ (0.09 miles, Brent) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NW2 4DE, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. Where full fibre is available, it typically offers faster and more reliable service than part-fibre connections. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Brent offers a mix of residential properties and local amenities. The character of any area is best judged in person.

Looking at the overall picture for NW2 4DE, a few things are worth highlighting. Both fixed and mobile connectivity are strong. Backup options exist if one connection fails.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Data is a starting point for Brent. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

That is the full data picture for NW2 4DE in Brent. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.