LE16 postcode

Broadband in LE16 8NF

Great Oxendon, West Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 25% of premises here.

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Flood Risk

High

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (25%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex Blackwell

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Living near LE16 8NF

Considering Great Oxendon? LE16 8NF sits in the West 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 LE16 8NF is below average. Superfast covers just 25% of premises. The UK average sits at 93%. Big gap here. Video calls may drop. Streaming will buffer. Check if 4G or 5G home broadband is an option. Some providers offer mobile broadband alternatives. Gigabit connections: 25% coverage. Gigabit is available to some, not all.

Every premises at LE16 8NF meets the broadband USO. Only 25% can reach 300 Mbps though. The baseline is met. Top speeds are another story. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 25% of premises. Older copper lines serve the rest. Copper connections lose speed with distance from the exchange.

Limited house price data for LE16 8NF. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.

0 crimes recorded in the latest month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. One month is a snapshot. Look at trends over time.

Flood risk: High. Zone: Zone 1. Higher flood risk area. Check the Environment Agency flood map in detail. This will affect insurance costs. Air quality: Unknown.

Local population: 2,289. Median age: 42. Rural area. 39 people per km². Expect quiet roads and more space between homes. Fewer local amenities. Car likely a must. Deprivation index: decile 6 out of 10. That's less deprived than average. Living environment quality is lower than average.

Nearest train station: Market Harborough. Distance: 1 miles. Walking distance for most people. Also: South Wigston (12.3 mi). And Narborough (14 mi). No public EV chargers recorded nearby. Home charging would be the main option. Check Zap-Map for the latest charger locations.

4G outdoor coverage: 95%. Good coverage. Some indoor dead spots possible. 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: 36/100. May struggle with demanding remote work. Family score: 50/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. 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+. Run a speed test after installation. If speeds don't match what you're paying for, complain.

Great Oxendon 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.

Transparency matters. Broadband data: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. House prices: Land Registry. Crime: Police.uk. Demographics: ONS Census 2021. Flood risk: Environment Agency. Speed tests: Ookla Open Data Q4 2025. Cell towers: OpenStreetMap. All free, all public.

A data profile is a starting point. Visit LE16 8NF before making decisions. Drive the commute at peak time. Walk to the local shops. Check mobile signal inside a property, not just outside. Look at the street on Google Maps and in person. They often tell different stories.

That's the full picture for LE16 8NF based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.

Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)25%
25%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)25%
25%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)25%
25%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)25%
25%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit25%
25%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at LE16 8NF

10–30 Mbps (75%)
300+ Mbps (25%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at LE16 8NF

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage25%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

95%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

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Area suitability scores

LE16 8NF

Remote Worker

36

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

50

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

0

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

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Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 0

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

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Flood risk

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Flood risk: High

This postcode is in undefined — high risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Risk Level

High

Environment Agency

Council tax bands

Band distribution for West Northamptonshire

Most common: Band

A
5%£1,381
B
10%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
20%£2,531
F
10%£2,991
G
8%£3,452
H
2%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25

VOA (Valuation Office Agency)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

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Market Harborough

1.0 mi

by road

🚂

South Wigston

12.3 mi

by road

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Narborough

14.0 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

DEFRA UK-AIR · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027005

Overall IMD Decile

6 / 10

Average

Ranked

19,187

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 001A (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income927,611Least deprived
Employment1030,433Least deprived
Education93Least deprived
Health9-1Least deprived
Crime5N/AAverage
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 001A

Population

2,289

Census 2021

Density

39

per km² · Rural

Median Age

42

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Area info

Parish

Great Oxendon

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027005

Frequently asked questions about LE16 8NF

What are the broadband speeds available at LE16 8NF?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 25% of premises at LE16 8NF. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 25%.

What is the average house price near LE16 8NF?

No recent house price data for LE16 8NF. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.

What is the flood risk for properties at LE16 8NF?

LE16 8NF has a High flood risk rating, classified as Unknown by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.

How does crime rate in LE16 8NF compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average.

How suitable is LE16 8NF for remote working?

LE16 8NF scores 36/100 for remote working suitability, making it somewhat limited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.

What is the mobile signal like at LE16 8NF?

4G outdoor coverage at LE16 8NF is 95%, with 5G outdoor at not yet available. 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 LE16 8NF?

EPC data is not yet available for LE16 8NF. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.

What transport links are available near LE16 8NF?

The nearest train station to LE16 8NF is Market Harborough, 1 miles away. Other nearby stations include South Wigston (12.3 mi) and Narborough (14 mi).

Is LE16 8NF a suitable area for families?

LE16 8NF scores 50/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.

What is the air quality like at LE16 8NF?

Air quality at LE16 8NF is rated Unknown with PM2.5 levels at not measured. Check Open-Meteo for detailed air quality forecasts.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from LE16 8NF?

EV charging data is not yet available for LE16 8NF. Check Zap-Map (zap-map.com) for the latest public charging locations near you.

Can I get full fibre broadband at LE16 8NF?

Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 25% of premises at LE16 8NF. Gigabit coverage reaches 25%. FTTP (full fibre to the premises) is at 25%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.

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