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Broadband in NN6 8AQ

Brixworth, West Northamptonshire

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Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Basic only

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 3 March 2026

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)0%
0%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)0%
0%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at NN6 8AQ

5–10 Mbps (50%)
10–30 Mbps (50%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN6 8AQ

Based on 3 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

18

Mbps

Upload

14

Mbps

Latency

26

ms

Tests

3

results

Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Digital Divide at NN6 8AQ

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)100%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 8AQ

No cell towers found within 2 km. Mobile signal may be weak in this area.

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.6%

5G Outdoor

98.5%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 11

violent crime55%6
burglary18%2
public order9%1
vehicle crime9%1
possession of weapons9%1

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
The Bramptons Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.3 mi
Pitsford Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.5 mi
Pitsford SchoolOther independent schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.5 mi
Brixworth CofE VC Primary SchoolVoluntary controlled schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.6 mi
Spratton Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.6 mi

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Flood risk

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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)7.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)3.6 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 002B

Population

2,051

Census 2021

Density

525

per km² · Urban

Median Age

38

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027001

Overall IMD Decile

10 / 10

Least deprived

Ranked

31,536

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 002B (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income1031,959Least deprived
Employment1031,861Least deprived
Education103Least deprived
Health10-1Least deprived
Crime6N/AAverage
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

EV Solutions

Type 2

7.9 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

8.1 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

8.1 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

9.1 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

9.9 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Council tax bands

Band distribution for West Northamptonshire

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire

A
8%£1,381
B
22%£1,611
C
27%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
12%£2,531
F
4%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

TURN FURLONG GP SERVICE

NN2 8BZ·2.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

THE PINES SURGERY

NN2 8LL·2.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

NEWMEDICA NORTHAMPTON

NN3 6JA·3.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

MOULTON SURGERY

NN3 7QP·3.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

KINGSTHORPE MEDICAL CTR.

NN2 7JN·3.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

NHS website (NHS.uk find a GP) · Nearest 3 GP practicesFind a GP →

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Living near NN6 8AQ

Brixworth is home to NN6 8AQ. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN6 8AQ stands at 0%. That is below the UK average of 93%. The maximum download speed recorded is Basic only. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at NN6 8AQ tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 50% of connections fall in the 5 to 10 Mbps range. 50% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

Translating the numbers at NN6 8AQ into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 14.22 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency sits at 26 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.

FWA broadband has not reached NN6 8AQ yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN6 8AQ see average downloads of 17.98 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 14.22 Mbps. Latency sits at 26 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 3 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN6 8AQ fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. 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.

The nearest tower is 3.4 km away.

In the latest month of data, 11 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include burglary and public order. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The Bramptons Primary School is the closest school at 1.27 miles. It is a Community school school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN6 8AQ is rated Very Low (Zone 1). The area is not considered at significant risk of flooding. Standard home insurance should be straightforward. Air quality is rated Good with PM2.5 at 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits set by the World Health Organisation.

The LSOA covering NN6 8AQ has a population of approximately 2051. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN6 8AQ is Ealing Broadway, 60.6 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 61.7 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 63 miles.

Properties around NN6 8AQ most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (27%), D (25%), B (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

4G outdoor coverage at NN6 8AQ reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.6%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 98.5%. That makes 5G home broadband a genuine alternative to fixed-line connections. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for NN6 8AQ: remote working 35/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN6 8AQ falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Brixworth, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN6 postcode area contains 1160 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN6 ranges from 0% to 100%.

How does NN6 8AQ compare to its neighbours? NN6 8BE (0.7 miles, Pitsford) has 77.8% superfast coverage and 77.8% gigabit. NN6 8BD (0.71 miles, Pitsford) has 75% superfast coverage and 75% gigabit. NN6 8AG (0.9 miles, Church with Chapel Brampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 8BB (0.95 miles, Pitsford) has 71.4% superfast coverage and 71.4% gigabit.

Not every property at NN6 8AQ gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

The age profile is close to the national median. A mix of families, professionals, and retirees.

Looking at the overall picture for NN6 8AQ, a few things are worth highlighting. Broadband is the main concern at NN6 8AQ. With no superfast coverage, check what alternatives exist before committing. 4G home broadband, satellite, or community fibre schemes may fill the gap. West Northamptonshire as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Brixworth has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.

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.

Numbers tell part of the story for NN6 8AQ. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

That is the full data picture for NN6 8AQ in Brixworth. 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.

Frequently asked questions about NN6 8AQ

What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 8AQ?

Broadband is available at NN6 8AQ. Contact local providers for specific speed information.

What is the average house price near NN6 8AQ?

No recent house price data is available for NN6 8AQ.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 8AQ?

NN6 8AQ has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.

What schools are nearby in the NN6 8AQ area?

The nearest school is The Bramptons Primary School (Community school), 1.27 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in NN6 8AQ compare to other areas?

11 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is NN6 8AQ for remote working?

NN6 8AQ scores 35/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at NN6 8AQ?

4G outdoor coverage at NN6 8AQ is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN6 8AQ?

EPC data for NN6 8AQ is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at NN6 8AQ?

The most common council tax band near NN6 8AQ is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN6 8AQ?

GP surgery data for NN6 8AQ is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near NN6 8AQ?

The nearest train station to NN6 8AQ is Ealing Broadway, 60.6 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.

Is NN6 8AQ a suitable area for families?

NN6 8AQ scores 90/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at NN6 8AQ?

Air quality at NN6 8AQ is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN6 8AQ?

EV charging data for NN6 8AQ is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 8AQ?

Full fibre availability at NN6 8AQ is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

NN6 8AQ

Remote Worker

35

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

90

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

50

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

Area info

Parish

Brixworth

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027001

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