NN6 postcode
Broadband in NN6 0NR
Earls Barton, North Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 28 March 2026
Flood Risk
High
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
50% Gigabit
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Gigabit broadband (50% Gigabit) is available at NN6 0NR. 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) | 50% | 50% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 50% | 50% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 50% | 50% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 50% | 50% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN6 0NR
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN6 0NR
Based on 18 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
355
Mbps
Upload
82
Mbps
Latency
13
ms
Tests
18
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN6 0NR
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 0NR
Within 1 km
2
towers
Within 2 km
2
towers
Nearest Tower
0.6
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 23
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earls Barton Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Great Doddington Primary | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.5 mi |
| Wilby Church of England Primary School | Voluntary aided school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.6 mi |
| Ecton Village Primary School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
| Warwick Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
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Flood risk
Zone 3b
🔴
Flood risk: High
This postcode is in Zone 3b — high risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 3b
Risk Level
High
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: North Northamptonshire 038C
Population
1,150
Census 2021
Density
558
per km² · Urban
Median Age
38
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027324
Overall IMD Decile
10 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
30,757
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Wellingborough 009C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 10 | 29,566 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 9 | 27,312 | Least deprived |
| Education | 8 | 8 | Above average |
| Health | 7 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
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
EV Solutions
0.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.9 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
2.5 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
2.5 mi
away
Orla-alma
2.9 mi
away
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
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
EARLS BARTON MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
HMP FIVE WELLS
new patients
BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
QUEENSWAY MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ALBANY HOUSE MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
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Earls Barton is home to NN6 0NR. 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.
50% of premises at NN6 0NR can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. There is room for improvement here. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 50% of properties. Over half of premises have access to faster tiers. Gigabit-capable connections cover 50% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 50% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Looking at the full speed profile for NN6 0NR gives a better picture of what to expect. 50% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 50% 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. 50% of premises can hit 300 Mbps or more. That is enough for demanding multi-device households.
What do the broadband speeds at NN6 0NR mean in practice? Upload speeds average 82.43 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. 4K streaming is possible on one device at a time. HD streaming works across multiple devices. Latency is 13 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.
Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN6 0NR. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.
Ookla Speedtest users at NN6 0NR see average downloads of 355.13 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 82.43 Mbps. Latency sits at 13 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 18 speed tests run by local users.
0% of premises at NN6 0NR 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 2 cell towers within 1 km of NN6 0NR. A handful of towers serve this area. Within 2 km that count rises to 2. The nearest tower is 0.59 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
23 crimes were reported near NN6 0NR in the most recent month. The level is moderate. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include shoplifting and public order. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN6 0NR is Earls Barton Primary School. It is a Community school school, 0.4 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN6 0NR is rated High (Zone 3b). Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed. 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 0NR has a population of approximately 1150. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.
The nearest train station to NN6 0NR is Ealing Broadway, 54.9 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 55.2 miles. London Euston offers another option at 56.9 miles.
Properties around NN6 0NR most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (28%), B (25%), D (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.
Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN6 0NR is available across 100% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 99.5%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 96.2%. 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. Strong 4G coverage combined with limited fixed broadband means 4G home broadband could be a practical alternative here.
Suitability scores for NN6 0NR: remote working 50/100, family 75/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
NN6 0NR falls within the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Earls Barton, 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 0NR is below the area average of 89%.
How does NN6 0NR compare to its neighbours? NN6 0PU (0.03 miles, Earls Barton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 0NW (0.04 miles, Earls Barton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 0PT (0.06 miles, Earls Barton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 0RG (0.08 miles, Earls Barton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.
Not every property at NN6 0NR gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. 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 NN6 0NR, here is what stands out. North 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. Earls Barton 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 Earls Barton. 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.
NN6 0NR in Earls Barton: 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.
Frequently asked questions about NN6 0NR
What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 0NR?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 50% of premises at NN6 0NR. Maximum download speeds reach 50% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 50%.
What is the average house price near NN6 0NR?
No recent house price data is available for NN6 0NR.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 0NR?
NN6 0NR has a High flood risk rating, classified as Zone 3b. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the NN6 0NR area?
The nearest school is Earls Barton Primary School (Community school), 0.4 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN6 0NR compare to other areas?
23 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is a moderate level.
How suitable is NN6 0NR for remote working?
NN6 0NR scores 50/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN6 0NR?
4G outdoor coverage at NN6 0NR is 100%. 5G reaches 96.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN6 0NR?
EPC data for NN6 0NR is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN6 0NR?
The most common council tax band near NN6 0NR is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN6 0NR?
GP surgery data for NN6 0NR is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN6 0NR?
The nearest train station to NN6 0NR is Ealing Broadway, 54.9 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.
Is NN6 0NR a suitable area for families?
NN6 0NR scores 75/100 for family suitability. The area offers a reasonable mix of schools and safety.
What is the air quality like at NN6 0NR?
Air quality at NN6 0NR 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 0NR?
EV charging data for NN6 0NR is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 0NR?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 50% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN6 0NRRemote Worker
50Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
75Based 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
Earls Barton
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027324
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