Broadband in NN18 9BF

Looking at NN18 9BF in Corby? 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 70% of properties. Over half of premises have access to faster tiers. Gigabit-capable connections cover 70% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 70% Gigabit. That is above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at NN18 9BF tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 30% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 70% 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.

Here is how the broadband at NN18 9BF maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 37.03 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. 4K streaming is possible on one device at a time. HD streaming works across multiple devices. Latency sits at 18 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

FWA broadband has not reached NN18 9BF yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN18 9BF see average downloads of 242.38 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 37.03 Mbps. Latency sits at 18 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 38 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN18 9BF 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 5 km away.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN18 9BF totalled 118 offences last month. This is a higher than average figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN18 9BF is Danesholme Infant Academy. It is a Academy sponsor led school, 0.17 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN18 9BF is rated Low (Zone 2). Minor precautions may be worth considering. Check with insurers about any loading on premiums. 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 NN18 9BF has a population of approximately 1575. Median age is 32. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN18 9BF is Finsbury Park, 67.8 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 68.3 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 69.6 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN18 9BF is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (28%), B (25%), D (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

4G outdoor coverage at NN18 9BF reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.5%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 96.2%. 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 NN18 9BF: remote working 70/100, family 50/100, value 50/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.

The local authority for NN18 9BF is North Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Corby, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN18 postcode area contains 648 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN18 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN18 9BF is close to the area average of 99%.

How does NN18 9BF compare to its neighbours? NN18 9DB (0.02 miles, Corby) has 100% superfast coverage and 64.7% gigabit. NN18 9AW (0.05 miles, Corby) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN18 9DL (0.05 miles, Corby) has 100% superfast coverage and 96.4% gigabit. NN18 9DJ (0.05 miles, Corby) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN18 9BF, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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.

What does all of this mean for someone considering NN18 9BF? Connectivity at NN18 9BF is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. North 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. Corby 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.

Data is a starting point for Corby. 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.

NN18 9BF in Corby: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.