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Broadband in NN9 5AE
Great Harrowden, North Northamptonshire
Superfast broadband covers 50% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 17 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
50% Superfast
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN9 5AE
Considering Great Harrowden? NN9 5AE sits in the North Northamptonshire area. We've gathered broadband, property, crime, school, and environmental data for this exact postcode. Ookla speed tests, Land Registry prices, Ofcom coverage stats, Police.uk crime figures. All from verified government sources. No estimates, no guesswork. Just the numbers that matter when choosing where to live.
Broadband at NN9 5AE is mixed. Superfast reaches 50% of premises. Below the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast sits at 0%. Some homes will get slower connections. Ask your provider about specific speeds at your address. Don't rely on postcode-level data alone. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as 50% Superfast.
Advertised speeds and actual speeds are different things. Average download at NN9 5AE: 209 Mbps. Upload: 47 Mbps. Latency: 17ms. Well above the UK average of around 70 Mbps. 4K streaming on multiple devices at once. No problem. Large file downloads finish in minutes, not hours.
Every premises at NN9 5AE meets the broadband USO. Only 0% can reach 300 Mbps though. The baseline is met. Top speeds are another story. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Property prices in Great Harrowden average £890,000. That's well above the UK average of £290,000. About 207% higher than the national figure. Based on one Land Registry transaction. Few sales on record. Prices may not reflect current market values. Check Rightmove for current asking prices nearby. Higher price bracket. Budget for stamp duty carefully. Stamp duty at this level adds thousands to the cost.
7 crimes recorded in the latest month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Most common type: burglary (3). Second: anti social behaviour (2). Third: violent crime (1). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Monthly figures move around. The pattern matters more.
Five schools near NN9 5AE. Nearest: Oakway Academy. Distance: 1.01 miles. Type: Academy sponsor led. Second nearest: Redwell Primary School (1.01 mi). Also: Little Harrowden Community Primary School (1.12 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.
Flood risk: Very Low. Zone: Zone 1. Lowest category. Unlikely to flood. Insurance shouldn't be affected. Air quality: Good. PM2.5: 3.5 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines. Clean air here. No concerns. Good for asthma sufferers and young children.
Local population: 2,429. Median age: 42. Rural area. 83 people per km². Expect quiet roads and more space between homes. Fewer local amenities. Car likely a must. Deprivation index: decile 7 out of 10. That's less deprived than average.
Nearest train station: Wellingborough. Distance: 1.9 miles. A short drive or cycle ride. Also: Kettering (4.8 mi). And Northampton (10.8 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 1.83 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: Liberty Charge.
Council tax: mostly Band C. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: THE REDWELL MEDICAL CENTRE. Distance: 0.9 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Close enough for a quick trip. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 96.2%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 5G is widely available here. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Remote working score: 50/100. Workable, but check speeds with your employer. Family score: 90/100. Ticks the boxes for families. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.
A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
Great Harrowden is a rural area. Open fields and quiet lanes. A car is a must. Public transport is limited. Nearest supermarket may be a drive away.
Every figure on this page has a source. Ofcom for broadband. Police.uk for crime. Land Registry for house prices. ONS for demographics. Environment Agency for flood risk. Ookla for real speed tests. We don't estimate or interpolate. If the data isn't available, we say so.
Before committing to NN9 5AE, visit at different times. Morning rush hour tells you about traffic and parking. Evening shows you noise levels. Weekends reveal how busy local shops and parks get. Check the walk to the nearest school or station yourself.
That covers the key data for NN9 5AE. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 50% | 50% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 50% | 50% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | TBC |
Speed Distribution at NN9 5AE
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN9 5AE
Based on 7 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
209
Mbps
Upload
47
Mbps
Latency
17
ms
Tests
7
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN9 5AE
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near NN9 5AE
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Area suitability scores
NN9 5AERemote Worker
50Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
90Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
35Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£890,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £890,000 | THE SLIPS |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 7
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakway Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Redwell Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Little Harrowden Community Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Sir Christopher Hatton Academy | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
| Rowan Gate Primary School -Three Sites and Two Satellites | Community special school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.5 mi |
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Zone 1
🟢
Very low flood risk
This postcode has no recorded flood risk from rivers or sea according to Environment Agency data.
Flood Zone
Zone 1
Risk Level
Very Low
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
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Wellingborough
1.9 mi
by road
Kettering
4.8 mi
by road
Northampton
10.8 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
THE REDWELL MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ALBANY HOUSE MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
WELLINGBOROUGH EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
QUEENSWAY MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
SUMMERLEE MEDICAL CENTRE
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
Liberty Charge
1.8 mi
away
Liberty Charge
1.8 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.9 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027338
Overall IMD Decile
7 / 10
Above average
Ranked
21,127
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Wellingborough 001D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 23,983 | Above average |
| Employment | 8 | 23,373 | Above average |
| Education | 7 | 11 | Above average |
| Health | 8 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 6 | N/A | Average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 026D
Population
2,429
Census 2021
Density
83
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Great Harrowden
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027338
Frequently asked questions about NN9 5AE
What are the broadband speeds available at NN9 5AE?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 50% of premises at NN9 5AE. Maximum download speeds reach 50% Superfast. Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.
What is the average house price near NN9 5AE?
Average property price near NN9 5AE: £890,000. Based on 1 Land Registry sale.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN9 5AE?
NN9 5AE has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency. This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
What schools are nearby in the NN9 5AE area?
The nearest school to NN9 5AE is Oakway Academy (Academy sponsor led), 1.01 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN9 5AE compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 7 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was burglary.
How suitable is NN9 5AE for remote working?
NN9 5AE scores 50/100 for remote working suitability, making it reasonably suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at NN9 5AE?
4G outdoor coverage at NN9 5AE is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 96.2%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near NN9 5AE?
EPC data is not yet available for NN9 5AE. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN9 5AE?
The most common council tax band in North Northamptonshire is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £1822 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN9 5AE?
The nearest GP surgery to NN9 5AE is THE REDWELL MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.9 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN9 5AE?
The nearest train station to NN9 5AE is Wellingborough, 1.9 miles away. Other nearby stations include Kettering (4.8 mi) and Northampton (10.8 mi).
Is NN9 5AE a suitable area for families?
NN9 5AE scores 90/100 for family suitability, rated very suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at NN9 5AE?
Air quality at NN9 5AE is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.5 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits set by the WHO.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN9 5AE?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN9 5AE is 1.83 miles away (Liberty Charge, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN9 5AE?
Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at NN9 5AE. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.
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