NN6 postcode
Broadband in NN6 8NS
Creaton, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 15 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN6 8NS. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN6 8NS
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN6 8NS
Based on 1 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
545
Mbps
Upload
563
Mbps
Latency
7
ms
Tests
1
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN6 8NS
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 8NS
Within 1 km
1
towers
Within 2 km
3
towers
Nearest Tower
0.5
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£450,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £450,000 | JUDGES COURT |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 13
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spratton Hall School | Other independent school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Spratton Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Guilsborough Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.2 mi |
| Guilsborough Academy | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.5 mi |
| Brixworth CofE VC Primary School | Voluntary controlled school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.7 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: West Northamptonshire 002E
Population
1,912
Census 2021
Density
74
per km² · Rural
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: E01027022
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
25,301
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 002E (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 24,167 | Above average |
| Employment | 8 | 24,205 | Above average |
| Education | 7 | 11 | Above average |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 7 | N/A | Above 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
BP-Pulse (POLAR)
7.8 mi
away
Osprey
10.0 mi
away
Osprey
10.0 mi
away
Osprey
10.0 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
10.1 mi
away
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
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE
new patients
TURN FURLONG GP SERVICE
new patients
THE PINES SURGERY
new patients
THE LONG BUCKBY PRACTICE
new patients
NEWMEDICA NORTHAMPTON
new patients
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Creaton is home to NN6 8NS. 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 coverage here stands at 100%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Coverage at this postcode is strong. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
The speed distribution at NN6 8NS tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 100% 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.
Translating the numbers at NN6 8NS into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 563.36 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 7 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.
FWA broadband has not reached NN6 8NS yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.
Real-world download speeds at NN6 8NS average 544.95 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 563.36 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 1 speed tests run by local users.
0% of premises at NN6 8NS 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.
There are 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN6 8NS. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 3. The nearest tower is 0.53 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
House prices near NN6 8NS sit at £450,000 on average. This puts the area above the national benchmark. This is based on 1 recorded transaction from Land Registry data.
In the latest month of data, 13 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 other crime and anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN6 8NS is Spratton Hall School. It is a Other independent school school, 1.07 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN6 8NS 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 8NS has a population of approximately 1912. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 63.3 miles from NN6 8NS. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 64.5 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 65.8 miles.
The most common council tax band near NN6 8NS is 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.
Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN6 8NS is available across 100% of the area. 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 8NS: remote working 40/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
NN6 8NS falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Creaton, 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%. NN6 8NS is above the area average of 89%.
How does NN6 8NS compare to its neighbours? NN6 8NL (0.02 miles, Creaton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 8NH (0.08 miles, Creaton) has 97% superfast coverage and 97% gigabit. NN6 8NR (0.17 miles, Creaton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 8NA (0.21 miles, Creaton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
When choosing a broadband provider at NN6 8NS, 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 NN6 8NS? Connectivity at NN6 8NS is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. 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. Creaton 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 Creaton. 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.
That is the full data picture for NN6 8NS in Creaton. 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 8NS
What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 8NS?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN6 8NS. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN6 8NS?
The average property price at NN6 8NS is £450,000, based on 1 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 8NS?
NN6 8NS 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 8NS area?
The nearest school is Spratton Hall School (Other independent school), 1.07 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN6 8NS compare to other areas?
13 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is NN6 8NS for remote working?
NN6 8NS scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN6 8NS?
4G outdoor coverage at NN6 8NS is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN6 8NS?
EPC data for NN6 8NS is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN6 8NS?
The most common council tax band near NN6 8NS is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN6 8NS?
GP surgery data for NN6 8NS is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN6 8NS?
The nearest train station to NN6 8NS is Ealing Broadway, 63.3 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.
Is NN6 8NS a suitable area for families?
NN6 8NS scores 90/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at NN6 8NS?
Air quality at NN6 8NS 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 8NS?
EV charging data for NN6 8NS is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 8NS?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN6 8NSRemote 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.
Map
Area info
Parish
Creaton
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027022
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