Broadband in NN5 6SB

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

Connectivity in Duston is excellent. Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) covers 100% of premises, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Gigabit-capable connections are available to 100% of the area, making it a solid choice for digital households.

What do people actually experience? Ookla Speedtest data shows an average download speed of 275 Mbps and upload of 222 Mbps, with 6ms latency. That lines up well with the Ofcom coverage figures. This is based on 11 speed tests in the area.

Every premises at NN5 6SB 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.

Mobile connectivity infrastructure could be better in this area. There are 0 cell towers within 1km of NN5 6SB and 1 within 2km. The nearest mast is 1.95 km away, which may affect indoor signal quality.

Property prices near NN5 6SB average £462,500, based on 2 recorded transactions. That's well above the UK national average of around £290,000.

The latest Police.uk data shows 99 crimes in the LSOA covering NN5 6SB. That's around average for an area of this size. Violent Crime was the most common category with 50 incidents, followed by shoplifting (16). It's always worth checking the latest figures before making a decision about moving.

There are 5 schools in the surrounding area. The nearest is Duston Eldean Primary School (Community school), 0.59 miles away. The Duston School is also nearby at 0.82 miles.

The Environment Agency classifies NN5 6SB as Very Low for flood risk. 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 1,431 with a median age of 34. It's a suburban area (4367 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 6SB is manageable. The nearest train station is Northampton, 2.8 miles away. Long Buckby (5.8 mi) and Wellingborough (12.5 mi) are also within reach. For electric vehicle owners, there are 5 public charging points nearby, the closest being 8.39 miles away.

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

Healthcare access is reasonable. The nearest GP surgery is ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, 1.3 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%.

Your next step? If Duston is on your shortlist, it's worth visiting in person and checking specific street-level details. The data gives you the framework, but nothing beats walking the neighbourhood.