NN4 postcode
Broadband in NN4 8BL
Far Cotton and Delapre, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 16 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN4 8BL
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Far Cotton and Delapre? NN4 8BL has 100% superfast broadband availability. But there's more to a postcode than download speeds.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Great news — nearly homes at NN4 8BL can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at NN4 8BL is £255,000, based on 1 recorded sale. This is roughly in line with UK averages.
- ✓The nearest school to NN4 8BL is Hospital and Outreach Education (Academy alternative provision converter), 0.21 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 631 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at NN4 8BL is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at NN4 8BL is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.6 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
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Area suitability scores
NN4 8BLRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
70Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
House prices
Average price
£255,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £255,000 | ST LEONARDS COURT |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 631
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital and Outreach Education | Academy alternative provision converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Delapre Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Queen Eleanor Primary Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Gloucester Nursery School | Local authority nursery school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| WiEducate LTD | Special post 16 institution | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Spring Lane Primary School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| The Abbey Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Abbeyfield School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Progress Schools - Northamptonshire | Other independent special school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
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Zone 1
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Flood risk: Very Low
This postcode is in Zone 1 — very low risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 1
Risk Level
Very Low
Council tax bands
Band distribution for West Northamptonshire
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire
Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Northampton
0.7 mi
by road
Long Buckby
9.1 mi
by road
Wellingborough
10.8 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
ELEANOR CROSS HEALTHCARE
new patients
MAPLE ACCESS PARTNERSHIP LLP
new patients
(FRACTURE CLINIC) NORTH OOH
new patients
THE MOUNTS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
NORTHAMPTON EXTENDED ACCESS
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
EV Solutions
7.3 mi
away
EV Charger
7.4 mi
away
BP Pulse
7.5 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.6 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.6 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01032980
Overall IMD Decile
4 / 10
Below average
Ranked
10,300
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 028E (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 5 | 15,640 | Average |
| Employment | 6 | 17,580 | Average |
| Education | 3 | 29 | Below average |
| Health | 3 | N/A | Below average |
| Crime | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 037D
Population
1,780
Census 2021
Density
8632
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
32
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Far Cotton and Delapre
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01032980
Frequently asked questions about NN4 8BL
What are the broadband speeds available at NN4 8BL?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN4 8BL. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price at NN4 8BL?
Based on 1 recorded transaction, the average property price at NN4 8BL is £255,000.
What schools are near NN4 8BL?
The nearest school is Hospital and Outreach Education (Academy alternative provision converter), 0.21 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is NN4 8BL a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 631 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.
What is the flood risk at NN4 8BL?
NN4 8BL has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN4 8BL?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN4 8BL. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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