NN4 postcode
Broadband in NN4 8BX
Far Cotton and Delapre, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 22 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
82% Gigabit
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Gigabit broadband (82% Gigabit) is available at NN4 8BX. 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) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 82% | 82% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 82% | 82% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN4 8BX
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN4 8BX
Based on 41 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
200
Mbps
Upload
36
Mbps
Latency
26
ms
Tests
41
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN4 8BX
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN4 8BX
Within 1 km
1
towers
Within 2 km
2
towers
Nearest Tower
0.5
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£248,375
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £327,500 | WEST COTTON CLOSE | |
| £320,000 | WEST COTTON CLOSE | |
| £133,000 | WEST COTTON CLOSE | |
| £315,000 | WEST COTTON CLOSE | |
| £315,000 | WEST COTTON CLOSE | |
| £250,000 | WEST COTTON CLOSE | |
| £60,000 | WEST COTTON CLOSE | |
| £266,500 | WEST COTTON CLOSE |
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 | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Delapre Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Queen Eleanor Primary Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| WiEducate LTD | Special post 16 institution | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Spring Lane Primary School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
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Flood risk
Zone 1
🟢
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
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: 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
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 |
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
7.3 mi
away
EV Charger
7.4 mi
away
BP Pulse
7.6 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.6 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.6 mi
away
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
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
ELEANOR CROSS HEALTHCARE
new patients
MAPLE ACCESS PARTNERSHIP LLP
new patients
THE MOUNTS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
(FRACTURE CLINIC) NORTH OOH
new patients
REGENT PHARMACY
new patients
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Looking at NN4 8BX in Far Cotton and Delapre? 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 broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN4 8BX stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 82.1% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 82.1% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is 82% Gigabit. That is above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
The speed distribution at NN4 8BX tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 17.9% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 82.1% 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.
What do the broadband speeds at NN4 8BX mean in practice? Upload speeds average 35.69 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 sits at 26 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.
FWA broadband has not reached NN4 8BX yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.
Ookla Speedtest users at NN4 8BX see average downloads of 200.13 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 35.69 Mbps. Latency sits at 26 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 41 speed tests run by local users.
0% of premises at NN4 8BX 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 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN4 8BX. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 2. The nearest tower is 0.53 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
Property at NN4 8BX averages £248,375, which is below the national average of £290,000. This is based on 8 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
Crime in the LSOA covering NN4 8BX totalled 631 offences last month. This is a higher than average figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN4 8BX is Hospital and Outreach Education. It is a Academy alternative provision converter school, 0.25 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN4 8BX 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 3.6 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits set by the World Health Organisation.
The LSOA covering NN4 8BX has a population of approximately 1780. Median age is 32. That is close to the national median of 40.
Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 55.4 miles from NN4 8BX. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 56.9 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 58 miles.
Properties around NN4 8BX 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 NN4 8BX 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 NN4 8BX: remote working 70/100, family 55/100, value 78/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.
The local authority for NN4 8BX is West Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Far Cotton and Delapre, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN4 postcode area contains 922 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN4 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN4 8BX is close to the area average of 99%.
How does NN4 8BX compare to its neighbours? NN4 8BY (0.03 miles, Far Cotton and Delapre) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN4 8BJ (0.04 miles, Far Cotton and Delapre) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN4 8DA (0.04 miles, Far Cotton and Delapre) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN4 8DJ (0.05 miles, Far Cotton and Delapre) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
When choosing a broadband provider at NN4 8BX, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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 NN4 8BX, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN4 8BX 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. Far Cotton and Delapre 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.
Numbers tell part of the story for NN4 8BX. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.
This covers the key data for NN4 8BX. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Far Cotton and Delapre hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.
Frequently asked questions about NN4 8BX
What are the broadband speeds available at NN4 8BX?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN4 8BX. Maximum download speeds reach 82% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 82.1%.
What is the average house price near NN4 8BX?
The average property price at NN4 8BX is £248,375, based on 8 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN4 8BX?
NN4 8BX has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN4 8BX area?
The nearest school is Hospital and Outreach Education (Academy alternative provision converter), 0.25 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN4 8BX compare to other areas?
631 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.
How suitable is NN4 8BX for remote working?
NN4 8BX scores 70/100 for remote working suitability. Broadband is adequate for most remote tasks.
What is the mobile signal like at NN4 8BX?
4G outdoor coverage at NN4 8BX is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN4 8BX?
EPC data for NN4 8BX is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN4 8BX?
The most common council tax band near NN4 8BX is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN4 8BX?
GP surgery data for NN4 8BX is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN4 8BX?
The nearest train station to NN4 8BX is Ealing Broadway, 55.4 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.
Is NN4 8BX a suitable area for families?
NN4 8BX scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.
What is the air quality like at NN4 8BX?
Air quality at NN4 8BX is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.6 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN4 8BX?
EV charging data for NN4 8BX is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN4 8BX?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 82.1% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN4 8BXRemote Worker
70Based 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
78Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Area info
Parish
Far Cotton and Delapre
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01032980
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