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Broadband in NN4 7AA
Hardingstone, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 14 March 2026
Flood Risk
Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
38% Gigabit
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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) | 38% | 38% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 38% | 38% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN4 7AA
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN4 7AA
Based on 16 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
265
Mbps
Upload
56
Mbps
Latency
7
ms
Tests
16
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN4 7AA
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN4 7AA
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
2
towers
Nearest Tower
1.8
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
£1,800,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £1,800,000 | OLD BEDFORD ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 49
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's College | Other independent school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Northampton School for Boys | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Abington Vale Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Vernon Terrace Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Barry Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
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Flood risk
Zone 2
🟡
Flood risk: Low
This postcode is in Zone 2 — low risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 2
Risk Level
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 037C
Population
1,590
Census 2021
Density
184
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027202
Overall IMD Decile
7 / 10
Above average
Ranked
20,594
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 028D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 7 | 21,511 | Above average |
| Employment | 6 | 18,861 | Average |
| Education | 7 | 10 | Above average |
| Health | 6 | N/A | 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
5.9 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
7.4 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
7.4 mi
away
BP Pulse
7.5 mi
away
Shell
8.2 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
ST. ANDREWS HEALTH CARE - BCSS INPATIENT UNIT
new patients
NORTHAMPTON EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
ABINGTON PARK SURGERY
new patients
GRAND UNION PCN HUB
new patients
KING EDWARD ROAD SURGERY
new patients
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This is the area guide for NN4 7AA, located in Hardingstone (West Northamptonshire). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.
Superfast coverage here stands at 50%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Some properties may struggle with speed. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 37.5% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 37.5% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 38% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN4 7AA. 66.7% of connections fall in the 5 to 10 Mbps range. 33.3% 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. 33.3% of premises can hit 300 Mbps or more. That is enough for demanding multi-device households.
Here is how the broadband at NN4 7AA maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 55.83 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 7 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.
FWA broadband has not reached NN4 7AA yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.
Real-world download speeds at NN4 7AA average 264.74 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 55.83 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 16 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN4 7AA, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 33.3% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.
Within 2 km that count rises to 2. The nearest tower is 1.76 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
Property at NN4 7AA averages £1,800,000, which is above the UK average of around £290,000. This is based on 1 recorded transaction from Land Registry data.
Crime in the LSOA covering NN4 7AA totalled 49 offences last month. This is a moderate figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include drugs and anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN4 7AA is St Andrew's College. It is a Other independent school school, 0.57 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN4 7AA is rated Low (Zone 2). Minor precautions may be worth considering. Check with insurers about any loading on premiums. 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 7AA has a population of approximately 1590. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 54.7 miles from NN4 7AA. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 55.9 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 57.2 miles.
Properties around NN4 7AA 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.
Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN4 7AA is available across 100% of the area. 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. Strong 4G coverage combined with limited fixed broadband means 4G home broadband could be a practical alternative here.
Suitability scores for NN4 7AA: remote working 40/100, family 65/100, value 35/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
The local authority for NN4 7AA is West Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Hardingstone, 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 7AA is below the area average of 99%.
How does NN4 7AA compare to its neighbours? NN4 7YB (0.07 miles, Hardingstone) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN4 7YF (0.07 miles, Great Houghton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN4 7XD (0.13 miles, Great Houghton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN4 7BF (0.21 miles, Hardingstone) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.
Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NN4 7AA, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. 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 7AA, here is what stands out. 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. Hardingstone 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.
Before making a decision about NN4 7AA, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.
That is the full data picture for NN4 7AA in Hardingstone. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.
Frequently asked questions about NN4 7AA
What are the broadband speeds available at NN4 7AA?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 50% of premises at NN4 7AA. Maximum download speeds reach 38% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 37.5%.
What is the average house price near NN4 7AA?
The average property price at NN4 7AA is £1,800,000, based on 1 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN4 7AA?
NN4 7AA has a Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the NN4 7AA area?
The nearest school is St Andrew's College (Other independent school), 0.57 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN4 7AA compare to other areas?
49 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is a moderate level.
How suitable is NN4 7AA for remote working?
NN4 7AA scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN4 7AA?
4G outdoor coverage at NN4 7AA is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN4 7AA?
EPC data for NN4 7AA is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN4 7AA?
The most common council tax band near NN4 7AA is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN4 7AA?
GP surgery data for NN4 7AA is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN4 7AA?
The nearest train station to NN4 7AA is Ealing Broadway, 54.7 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.
Is NN4 7AA a suitable area for families?
NN4 7AA scores 65/100 for family suitability. The area offers a reasonable mix of schools and safety.
What is the air quality like at NN4 7AA?
Air quality at NN4 7AA 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 7AA?
EV charging data for NN4 7AA is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN4 7AA?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 37.5% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN4 7AARemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
65Based 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.
Map
Area info
Parish
Hardingstone
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027202
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