Broadband in NN5 6PX

Thinking about Duston? This guide breaks down the key data for NN5 6PX, from broadband speeds to schools, crime figures, and house prices. No guesswork, just the numbers.

Broadband here is strong. Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) covers 100% of premises, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Gigabit-capable connections are available to 100% of the area, which is ideal for anyone working from home or streaming.

Availability is one thing — real-world speeds are another. Ookla Speedtest data shows an average download speed of 326 Mbps and upload of 172 Mbps, with 10ms latency. That lines up well with the Ofcom coverage figures. This is based on 82 speed tests in the area.

Every premises at NN5 6PX meets the Universal Service Obligation for broadband. In fact, 100% of premises can access 300 Mbps or faster — well ahead of much of the country. Next Generation Access (fibre-based infrastructure) covers 100% of premises.

House prices in Duston sit at an average of £282,500, calculated from 2 Land Registry transactions. That's close to the UK national average of around £290,000.

Crime figures show 138 reported incidents in this area over the last recorded month. That's around average for an area of this size. Violent Crime was the most common category with 57 incidents, followed by shoplifting (30). These numbers reflect a single month and can fluctuate, so consider the broader trend.

There are 5 schools in the surrounding area. The nearest is Duston Eldean Primary School (Community school), 0.28 miles away. The Duston School is also nearby at 0.46 miles.

Very Low flood risk here, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency. That's reassuring for anyone considering the area. Air quality is rated Good with PM2.5 at 3.5 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.

The local area has a population of 1,389 with a median age of 32. It's a densely populated urban area (5351 people per km²). On the Index of Multiple Deprivation, this area scores decile 9 out of 10, making it one of the least deprived areas in England.

Getting around from NN5 6PX is manageable. The nearest train station is Northampton, 2.4 miles away. Long Buckby (6.1 mi) and Wellingborough (12.3 mi) are also within reach. For electric vehicle owners, there are 5 public charging points nearby, the closest being 8.13 miles away.

Council tax in West Northamptonshire falls most commonly in Band C.

Healthcare access is good. The nearest GP surgery is ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, 0.9 miles away, with 5 practices in the wider area. Availability for new patients may be limited, so it is worth checking directly.

Mobile coverage is excellent, with 4G outdoor coverage at 100% and 5G reaching 98.5%.

If you're serious about Duston, use the data above as your starting point. Check broadband availability with providers directly, visit schools, and walk the area at different times of day.