NN8 postcode
Broadband in NN8 2EQ
Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 12 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN8 2EQ
What broadband is like here
NN8 2EQ in Irchester — broadband, schools, safety, and property prices all in one place. Here's what the numbers tell us.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Maximum download speeds hit Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for NN8 2EQ. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to NN8 2EQ is Wrenn School (Academy sponsor led), 0.68 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 27 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a moderate level. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at NN8 2EQ is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at NN8 2EQ is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.5 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
NN8 2EQRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
80Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 27
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrenn School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Wellingborough School | Other independent school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| All Saints CEVA Primary School and Nursery | Voluntary aided school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Friars Academy | Academy special converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Warwick Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Refocus | Other independent school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Park Junior School, Wellingborough | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Croyland Nursery School & Day Nursery | Local authority nursery school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Croyland Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| St Barnabas Church of England School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
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Zone 1
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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
1.1 mi
by road
Kettering
7.6 mi
by road
Northampton
10.3 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
ABBEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
HMP FIVE WELLS
new patients
ALBANY HOUSE MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
WELLINGBOROUGH EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
DR PASQUALI
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
Orla-alma
0.3 mi
away
Cato-hugh
0.3 mi
away
Liberty Charge
0.9 mi
away
Liberty Charge
0.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.0 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027336
Overall IMD Decile
3 / 10
Below average
Ranked
9,355
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Wellingborough 010B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 3 | 8,668 | Below average |
| Employment | 3 | 8,904 | Below average |
| Education | 2 | 39 | Most deprived |
| Health | 2 | N/A | Most deprived |
| Crime | 7 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 040B
Population
1,658
Census 2021
Density
237
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Irchester
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027336
Frequently asked questions about NN8 2EQ
What are the broadband speeds available at NN8 2EQ?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN8 2EQ. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What schools are near NN8 2EQ?
The nearest school is Wrenn School (Academy sponsor led), 0.68 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is NN8 2EQ a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 27 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is a moderate level.
What is the flood risk at NN8 2EQ?
NN8 2EQ has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN8 2EQ?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN8 2EQ. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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