NN7 postcode
Broadband in NN7 3RF
Bugbrooke, West Northamptonshire
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 15 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Superfast (30Mbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN7 3RF
Bugbrooke covers the NN7 3RF 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.
Strong broadband in this part of Bugbrooke. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Bugbrooke beats that. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as Superfast (30Mbps+).
Ofcom data covers availability. Ookla measures real performance. Average download at NN7 3RF: 24 Mbps. Upload: 6 Mbps. Latency: 18ms. Well below the UK average of 70 Mbps. Video calls may drop. Streaming will buffer. Consider 4G home broadband as a backup option. Upload is slow. Cloud syncing will be sluggish. Data from 14 speed tests in this area.
Every premises at NN7 3RF meets the broadband USO. Only 0% can reach 300 Mbps though. The baseline is met. Top speeds are another story. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Limited house price data for NN7 3RF. 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: 3 incidents last month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Most common type: violent crime (2). Second: anti social behaviour (1). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.
Five schools near NN7 3RF. Nearest: Bugbrooke Community Primary School. Distance: 0.58 miles. Type: Community school. Second nearest: The Bliss Charity School (0.85 mi). Also: Campion School (1.04 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: 3.5 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines. Clean air here. No concerns. Good for asthma sufferers and young children.
Local population: 1,684. Median age: 42. Rural area. 120 people per km². Expect quiet roads and more space between homes. Fewer local amenities. Car likely a must. Deprivation index: decile 10 out of 10. That's least deprived. One of the least deprived areas in England.
Nearest train station: Northampton. Distance: 5.2 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Long Buckby (6.4 mi). And Wolverton (13.6 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 5.03 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area.
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: BUGBROOKE MEDICAL PRACTICE. Distance: 0.7 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Close enough for a quick trip. 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: 40/100. Workable, but check speeds with your employer. Family score: 90/100. Ticks the boxes for families. 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+. Real-world speeds are low here. Consider a provider with a minimum speed guarantee. Ofcom's code of practice covers this.
Bugbrooke is a rural area. Open fields and quiet lanes. A car is a must. Public transport is limited. Nearest supermarket may be a drive away.
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.
Before committing to NN7 3RF, visit at different times. Morning rush hour tells you about traffic and parking. Evening shows you noise levels. Weekends reveal how busy local shops and parks get. Check the walk to the nearest school or station yourself.
That covers the key data for NN7 3RF. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | TBC |
Speed Distribution at NN7 3RF
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN7 3RF
Based on 14 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
24
Mbps
Upload
6
Mbps
Latency
18
ms
Tests
14
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN7 3RF
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near NN7 3RF
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
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Area suitability scores
NN7 3RFRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
90Based 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: 3
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bugbrooke Community Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| The Bliss Charity School | Voluntary aided school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Campion School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Pattishall Church of England Primary School | Voluntary controlled school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.2 mi |
| Flore Church of England Primary School | Voluntary controlled school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.3 mi |
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Zone 1
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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
5.2 mi
by road
Long Buckby
6.4 mi
by road
Wolverton
13.6 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
BUGBROOKE MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
GREENS NORTON & WEEDON MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
new patients
DANES CAMP MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ELEANOR CROSS HEALTHCARE
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 Charger
5.0 mi
away
Pod Point
5.2 mi
away
BP Pulse
5.4 mi
away
Osprey
6.7 mi
away
Osprey
6.7 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027283
Overall IMD Decile
10 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
30,676
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on South Northamptonshire 001B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 10 | 30,526 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 10 | 29,560 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 5 | Least deprived |
| Health | 9 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 7 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 040B
Population
1,684
Census 2021
Density
120
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Bugbrooke
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027283
Frequently asked questions about NN7 3RF
What are the broadband speeds available at NN7 3RF?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN7 3RF. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.
What is the average house price near NN7 3RF?
No recent house price data for NN7 3RF. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN7 3RF?
NN7 3RF 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 NN7 3RF area?
The nearest school to NN7 3RF is Bugbrooke Community Primary School (Community school), 0.58 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN7 3RF compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 3 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is NN7 3RF for remote working?
NN7 3RF scores 40/100 for remote working suitability, making it somewhat limited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at NN7 3RF?
4G outdoor coverage at NN7 3RF 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 NN7 3RF?
EPC data is not yet available for NN7 3RF. 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 NN7 3RF?
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 NN7 3RF?
The nearest GP surgery to NN7 3RF is BUGBROOKE MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.7 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN7 3RF?
The nearest train station to NN7 3RF is Northampton, 5.2 miles away. Other nearby stations include Long Buckby (6.4 mi) and Wolverton (13.6 mi).
Is NN7 3RF a suitable area for families?
NN7 3RF scores 90/100 for family suitability, rated very suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at NN7 3RF?
Air quality at NN7 3RF is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.5 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits set by the WHO.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN7 3RF?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN7 3RF is 5.03 miles away (EV Charger, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN7 3RF?
Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at NN7 3RF. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.
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