NN6 postcode
Broadband in NN6 6BQ
Clipston, West Northamptonshire
Standard broadband is the main option at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 3 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Basic only
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN6 6BQ
What's NN6 6BQ actually like? We checked Clipston's data across 15+ categories. Broadband speeds and real-world performance. House prices and recent sales. Crime rates and categories. Schools, flood risk, air quality, GP access, and transport links. Everything below comes from official public data. Updated regularly. Specific to this postcode wherever possible.
Broadband at NN6 6BQ is below average. Superfast covers just 0% of premises. The UK average sits at 93%. Big gap here. Video calls may drop. Streaming will buffer. Check if 4G or 5G home broadband is an option. Some providers offer mobile broadband alternatives. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as Basic only.
Coverage tells you what's available. Speed tests show what people get. Average download at NN6 6BQ: 161 Mbps. Upload: 27 Mbps. Latency: 25ms. Around the UK average. Fine for most households. HD streaming and video calls should work well. Multiple devices can share this comfortably.
Limited house price data for NN6 6BQ. 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.
0 crimes recorded in the latest month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. 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 NN6 6BQ. Nearest: Naseby Church of England Primary Academy. Distance: 1.42 miles. Type: Academy converter. Second nearest: Clipston Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School (1.47 mi). Also: Maidwell Primary School (2.9 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: 2,289. Median age: 42. Rural area. 39 people per km². Expect quiet roads and more space between homes. Fewer local amenities. Car likely a must. Deprivation index: decile 6 out of 10. That's less deprived than average. Living environment quality is lower than average.
Nearest train station: Market Harborough. Distance: 5.5 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Long Buckby (9.4 mi). And Kettering (9.6 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 8.85 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: BP-Pulse (POLAR).
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: THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE. Distance: 4.6 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Not the closest. Factor in travel time. 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: 35/100. May struggle with demanding remote work. 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+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
Clipston 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.
Numbers only go so far. Visit NN6 6BQ 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.
NN6 6BQ has its strengths and weak spots like anywhere. Use the data above as your starting point. Check providers and schools directly. Visit the area on a weekday and a weekend. Numbers only tell part of the story. The feel of a place matters too. We update these figures regularly as new data is released.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 0% | 0% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | TBC |
Real-World Speeds at NN6 6BQ
Based on 1 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
161
Mbps
Upload
27
Mbps
Latency
25
ms
Tests
1
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
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Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 6BQ
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Area suitability scores
NN6 6BQRemote Worker
35Based 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: 0
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naseby Church of England Primary Academy | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
| Clipston Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School | Voluntary controlled school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.5 mi |
| Maidwell Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.9 mi |
| Maidwell Hall | Other independent school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.9 mi |
| Welford Sibbertoft and Sulby Endowed School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.2 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
Market Harborough
5.5 mi
by road
Long Buckby
9.4 mi
by road
Kettering
9.6 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE
new patients
MARKET HARBOROUGH MED.CTR
new patients
HUSBANDS BOSWORTH MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
MHBP CLINIC
new patients
MARKET HARBOROUGH UCC (DHU) OOH
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
BP-Pulse (POLAR)
8.8 mi
away
MFG Kettering Lower Street
9.6 mi
away
Believ
9.6 mi
away
bp pulse
9.7 mi
away
bp pulse
9.7 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027005
Overall IMD Decile
6 / 10
Average
Ranked
19,187
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 001A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 27,611 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 10 | 30,433 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 3 | Least deprived |
| Health | 9 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 5 | N/A | Average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 001A
Population
2,289
Census 2021
Density
39
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Clipston
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027005
Frequently asked questions about NN6 6BQ
What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 6BQ?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 0% of premises at NN6 6BQ. Maximum download speeds reach Basic only. Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.
What is the average house price near NN6 6BQ?
No recent house price data for NN6 6BQ. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 6BQ?
NN6 6BQ 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 NN6 6BQ area?
The nearest school to NN6 6BQ is Naseby Church of England Primary Academy (Academy converter), 1.42 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN6 6BQ compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average.
How suitable is NN6 6BQ for remote working?
NN6 6BQ scores 35/100 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 NN6 6BQ?
4G outdoor coverage at NN6 6BQ 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 NN6 6BQ?
EPC data is not yet available for NN6 6BQ. 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 NN6 6BQ?
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 NN6 6BQ?
The nearest GP surgery to NN6 6BQ is THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE, 4.6 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN6 6BQ?
The nearest train station to NN6 6BQ is Market Harborough, 5.5 miles away. Other nearby stations include Long Buckby (9.4 mi) and Kettering (9.6 mi).
Is NN6 6BQ a suitable area for families?
NN6 6BQ 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 NN6 6BQ?
Air quality at NN6 6BQ 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 NN6 6BQ?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN6 6BQ is 8.85 miles away (BP-Pulse (POLAR), CHAdeMO). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 6BQ?
Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at NN6 6BQ. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.
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