NN14 postcode
Broadband in NN14 2LN
Desborough, North Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 10 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
7% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN14 2LN
NN14 2LN is in Desborough, North Northamptonshire. This guide pulls together data from Ofcom, Land Registry, Police.uk, and more. Every figure is specific to this postcode or its local area. We cover broadband, real-world speeds, house prices, and crime. Plus schools, flood risk, air quality, transport, and GP access. Use it to compare against other postcodes you're considering.
Broadband at NN14 2LN is mixed. Superfast reaches 93% of premises. Below the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast sits at 7%. Some homes will get slower connections. Ask your provider about specific speeds at your address. Don't rely on postcode-level data alone. Gigabit connections: 7% coverage. Gigabit is available to some, not all.
Advertised speeds and actual speeds are different things. Average download at NN14 2LN: 265 Mbps. Upload: 51 Mbps. Latency: 16ms. Well above the UK average of around 70 Mbps. 4K streaming on multiple devices at once. No problem. Large file downloads finish in minutes, not hours. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Data from 27 speed tests in this area.
Every premises at NN14 2LN 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 NN14 2LN. 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.
Crime figures for this area: 52 in one month. Moderate crime levels here. Most common type: violent crime (26). Second: anti social behaviour (12). Third: criminal damage arson (4). 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 NN14 2LN. Nearest: Loatlands Primary School. Distance: 0.5 miles. Type: Academy converter. Second nearest: Havelock Infant School (0.96 mi). Also: Havelock Junior School (1 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: 2,087. Median age: 38. Semi-rural area. 1036 people per km². Between village and suburb in character. Some local services. Others need a drive. Deprivation index: decile 6 out of 10. That's less deprived than average. Education deprivation is a concern.
Nearest train station: Market Harborough. Distance: 3.8 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Kettering (5.8 mi). And Corby (6.9 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 5.48 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: Motor Fuel Group.
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: ROTHWELL MEDICAL CENTRE. Distance: 1.9 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: 96.2%. 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: 70/100. 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.
Desborough sits between village and suburb. More space between homes. Quieter streets. You'll need a car for most errands. Local pubs and shops may be within walking distance.
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.
Research is one thing. Being there is another. Walk around NN14 2LN at different times of day. Check if the streets feel safe after dark. Look at how well homes are maintained. Visit the nearest park or green space. These things don't show up in statistics.
NN14 2LN 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) | 93% | 93% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 93% | 93% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 7% | 7% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 7% | 7% | TBC |
Speed Distribution at NN14 2LN
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN14 2LN
Based on 27 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
265
Mbps
Upload
51
Mbps
Latency
16
ms
Tests
27
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN14 2LN
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 NN14 2LN
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Area suitability scores
NN14 2LNRemote Worker
35Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
70Based 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: 52
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loatlands Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Havelock Infant School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Havelock Junior School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Rothwell Junior School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.3 mi |
| Rothwell Victoria Infant School | Academy converter | 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 North Northamptonshire
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · North Northamptonshire
Annual council tax estimates for North Northamptonshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Market Harborough
3.8 mi
by road
Kettering
5.8 mi
by road
Corby
6.9 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
ROTHWELL MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
WOODLAND HOSPITAL - OUTPATIENTS
new patients
MARKET HARBOROUGH MED.CTR
new patients
MHBP CLINIC
new patients
GLENDON WOOD HOSPITAL
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
MFG Kettering Lower Street
5.5 mi
away
bp pulse
5.6 mi
away
bp pulse
5.6 mi
away
Believ
5.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
5.7 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01032970
Overall IMD Decile
6 / 10
Average
Ranked
19,111
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Kettering 002H (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 6 | 18,345 | Average |
| Employment | 7 | 20,704 | Above average |
| Education | 3 | 33 | Below average |
| Health | 4 | N/A | Below average |
| Crime | 6 | N/A | Average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 013G
Population
2,087
Census 2021
Density
1036
per km² · Urban
Median Age
38
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Desborough
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01032970
Frequently asked questions about NN14 2LN
What are the broadband speeds available at NN14 2LN?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 93% of premises at NN14 2LN. Maximum download speeds reach 7% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 7%.
What is the average house price near NN14 2LN?
No recent house price data for NN14 2LN. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN14 2LN?
NN14 2LN 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 NN14 2LN area?
The nearest school to NN14 2LN is Loatlands Primary School (Academy converter), 0.5 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN14 2LN compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 52 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is NN14 2LN for remote working?
NN14 2LN 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 NN14 2LN?
4G outdoor coverage at NN14 2LN is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 96.2%. 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 NN14 2LN?
EPC data is not yet available for NN14 2LN. 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 NN14 2LN?
The most common council tax band in North Northamptonshire is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £1822 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN14 2LN?
The nearest GP surgery to NN14 2LN is ROTHWELL MEDICAL CENTRE, 1.9 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN14 2LN?
The nearest train station to NN14 2LN is Market Harborough, 3.8 miles away. Other nearby stations include Kettering (5.8 mi) and Corby (6.9 mi).
Is NN14 2LN a suitable area for families?
NN14 2LN scores 70/100 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 NN14 2LN?
Air quality at NN14 2LN 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 NN14 2LN?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN14 2LN is 5.48 miles away (Motor Fuel Group, CCS). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN14 2LN?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 7% of premises at NN14 2LN. Gigabit coverage reaches 7%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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