NN16 postcode
Broadband in NN16 8TW
Cransley, North Northamptonshire
Standard broadband is the main option at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 16 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Basic only
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical 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 |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN16 8TW
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN16 8TW
Based on 1 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
151
Mbps
Upload
28
Mbps
Latency
8
ms
Tests
1
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN16 8TW
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN16 8TW
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
2
towers
Nearest Tower
1.3
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 10
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wren Spinney Community School | Academy special converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Hall Meadow Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Youth Works Community College | Other independent school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 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
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
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 020B
Population
1,556
Census 2021
Density
144
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01032972
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
23,617
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Kettering 011G (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 24,235 | Above average |
| Employment | 8 | 24,021 | Above average |
| Education | 7 | 8 | Above average |
| Health | 7 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 6 | N/A | Average |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
MFG Kettering Lower Street
0.9 mi
away
Believ
1.0 mi
away
bp pulse
1.0 mi
away
bp pulse
1.0 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.2 mi
away
Council tax bands
Band distribution for North Northamptonshire
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · North Northamptonshire
Annual council tax estimates for North Northamptonshire, 2024/25
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
KETTERING AND NORTHAMPTONSHIRE BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE
new patients
ESKDAILL MEDICAL
new patients
WEAVERS MEDICAL
new patients
KETTERING PHARMACY
new patients
DRYLAND MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
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NN16 8TW sits in Cransley, part of North Northamptonshire. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN16 8TW 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.
Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN16 8TW. 100% 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.
Here is how the broadband at NN16 8TW maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 27.97 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 is 8 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN16 8TW. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.
Real-world download speeds at NN16 8TW average 150.82 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 27.97 Mbps. Latency sits at 8 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 1 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN16 8TW, 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.
Within 2 km that count rises to 2. The nearest tower is 1.34 km away. Operators present include Unknown, Cellnex.
10 crimes were reported near NN16 8TW in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was anti social behaviour. Other frequent types include other theft and other crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN16 8TW is Wren Spinney Community School. It is a Academy special converter school, 0.52 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN16 8TW 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 NN16 8TW has a population of approximately 1556. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
Finsbury Park station is the closest rail link at 63.9 miles from NN16 8TW. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 64.1 miles. London Euston offers another option at 65.7 miles.
Properties around NN16 8TW most commonly fall into council tax 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.
Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN16 8TW is available across 100% of the area. 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 NN16 8TW: remote working 35/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
The local authority for NN16 8TW is North Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Cransley, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN16 postcode area contains 763 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN16 ranges from 0% to 100%.
How does NN16 8TW compare to its neighbours? NN16 8WH (0.21 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 8WF (0.24 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 8LE (0.27 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 8WE (0.27 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit.
When choosing a broadband provider at NN16 8TW, 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.
Pulling the data together for NN16 8TW, here is what stands out. Broadband is the main concern at NN16 8TW. With no superfast coverage, check what alternatives exist before committing. 4G home broadband, satellite, or community fibre schemes may fill the gap. 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. Cransley 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 NN16 8TW. 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.
NN16 8TW in Cransley: 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.
Frequently asked questions about NN16 8TW
What are the broadband speeds available at NN16 8TW?
Broadband is available at NN16 8TW. Contact local providers for specific speed information.
What is the average house price near NN16 8TW?
No recent house price data is available for NN16 8TW.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN16 8TW?
NN16 8TW has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN16 8TW area?
The nearest school is Wren Spinney Community School (Academy special converter), 0.52 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN16 8TW compare to other areas?
10 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is NN16 8TW for remote working?
NN16 8TW scores 35/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN16 8TW?
4G outdoor coverage at NN16 8TW is 100%. 5G reaches 96.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN16 8TW?
EPC data for NN16 8TW is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN16 8TW?
The most common council tax band near NN16 8TW is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN16 8TW?
GP surgery data for NN16 8TW is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN16 8TW?
The nearest train station to NN16 8TW is Finsbury Park, 63.9 miles away. Ealing Broadway is also nearby.
Is NN16 8TW a suitable area for families?
NN16 8TW scores 90/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at NN16 8TW?
Air quality at NN16 8TW 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 NN16 8TW?
EV charging data for NN16 8TW is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN16 8TW?
Full fibre availability at NN16 8TW is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.
Area suitability scores
NN16 8TWRemote 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.
Map
Area info
Parish
Cransley
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01032972
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