Broadband in NN9 5AN

Looking at NN9 5AN in Hardwick? 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 NN9 5AN stands at 33.3%. That is below the UK average of 93%. The maximum download speed recorded is 33% Superfast. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at NN9 5AN tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 66.7% of connections fall in the below 2 Mbps range. 33.3% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 67% of premises get less than 5 Mbps. That is not enough for reliable video calls or streaming.

Here is how the broadband at NN9 5AN maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 29.75 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 20 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.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN9 5AN. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Real-world download speeds at NN9 5AN average 49.01 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 29.75 Mbps. Latency sits at 20 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 1 speed tests run by local users.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN9 5AN, 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 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

The nearest tower is 3.39 km away.

In the latest month of data, 7 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was burglary. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and violent crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Mears Ashby Church of England Primary School is the closest school at 2.14 miles. It is a Academy sponsor led school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN9 5AN 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 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits set by the World Health Organisation.

The LSOA covering NN9 5AN has a population of approximately 2429. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 59.3 miles from NN9 5AN. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 59.5 miles. London Euston offers another option at 61.2 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN9 5AN is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (28%), B (25%), D (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

4G outdoor coverage at NN9 5AN reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.5%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 96.2%. 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 NN9 5AN: remote working 40/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN9 5AN falls within the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Hardwick, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN9 postcode area contains 665 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN9 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN9 5AN is below the area average of 96%.

How does NN9 5AN compare to its neighbours? NN9 5FP (0.09 miles, Hardwick) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN6 9TG (0.65 miles, Hardwick) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN6 9TD (0.78 miles, Hannington) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN9 5AL (0.91 miles, Hardwick) has 100% superfast coverage and 60% gigabit. NN9 5AN has better superfast coverage than its immediate neighbours.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NN9 5AN, 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.

What does all of this mean for someone considering NN9 5AN? North 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. Hardwick 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.

Data is a starting point for Hardwick. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

NN9 5AN in Hardwick: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.