Broadband in NN5 6AE

Looking at NN5 6AE in Duston? 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 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.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN5 6AE. 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.

Here is how the broadband at NN5 6AE maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 195.15 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 NN5 6AE. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Real-world download speeds at NN5 6AE average 290.61 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 195.15 Mbps. Latency sits at 8 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 36 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN5 6AE 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 2.36 km away.

The average property price at NN5 6AE is £714,375. That is above the UK average of around £290,000. This is based on 8 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

245 crimes were reported near NN5 6AE in the most recent month. The level is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and shoplifting. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN5 6AE is Chiltern Primary School. It is a Community school school, 0.09 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN5 6AE 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 NN5 6AE has a population of approximately 2058. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN5 6AE is Ealing Broadway, 57.1 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 58.6 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 59.7 miles.

Properties around NN5 6AE most commonly fall into council tax 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.

4G outdoor coverage at NN5 6AE reaches 100%. 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 NN5 6AE: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 35/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for NN5 6AE is West Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Duston, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN5 postcode area contains 851 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN5 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN5 6AE is close to the area average of 99%.

How does NN5 6AE compare to its neighbours? NN5 6AF (0.07 miles, Duston) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN5 6AR (0.07 miles, Duston) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN5 6AA (0.09 miles, Duston) has 100% superfast coverage and 97.6% gigabit. NN5 6AB (0.1 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 80% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NN5 6AE, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. 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 NN5 6AE, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN5 6AE 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. Duston 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.

Before making a decision about NN5 6AE, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

NN5 6AE in Duston: 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.