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Broadband in NN9 5PN

Irthlingborough, North Northamptonshire

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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 26 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Basic only

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 26 March 2026

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near NN9 5PN

Considering Irthlingborough? NN9 5PN 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 5PN is below average. Superfast covers just 0% 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. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as Basic only.

Coverage tells you what's available. Speed tests show what people get. Average download at NN9 5PN: 364 Mbps. Upload: 86 Mbps. Latency: 14ms. 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. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Data from 69 speed tests in this area.

Every premises at NN9 5PN 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.

Limited house price data for NN9 5PN. 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.

Crime figures for this area: 45 in one month. Moderate crime levels here. Most common type: violent crime (17). Second: anti social behaviour (11). Third: vehicle crime (5). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.

Five schools near NN9 5PN. Nearest: Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School. Distance: 1.04 miles. Type: Academy converter. Second nearest: Irthlingborough Junior School (1.09 mi). Also: Huxlow Academy (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: 1,817. Median age: 38. Semi-rural area. 666 people per km². Between village and suburb in character. Some local services. Others need a drive. Deprivation index: decile 9 out of 10. That's least deprived. One of the least deprived areas in England.

Nearest train station: Wellingborough. Distance: 2.1 miles. A short drive or cycle ride. Also: Kettering (7 mi). And Corby (12.3 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 0.9 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: Pod Point.

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: SPINNEY BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE. Distance: 1 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: 35/100. May struggle with demanding remote work. Family score: 70/100. 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.

Irthlingborough sits between village and suburb. More space between homes. Quieter streets. You'll need a car for most errands. Local pubs and shops may be within walking distance.

Where does this data come from? Broadband figures from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Crime from Police.uk. House prices from HM Land Registry. Demographics from the ONS Census. Flood data from the Environment Agency. Speed tests from Ookla. All public, all verifiable.

A data profile is a starting point. Visit NN9 5PN 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.

NN9 5PN has its strengths and weak spots like anywhere. Use the data above as your starting point. Check providers and schools directly. Visit the area on a weekday and a weekend. Numbers only tell part of the story. The feel of a place matters too. We update these figures regularly as new data is released.

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)0%
0%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)0%
0%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
TBC
Gigabit0%
0%
TBC

Speed Distribution at NN9 5PN

10–30 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN9 5PN

Based on 69 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

364

Mbps

Upload

86

Mbps

Latency

14

ms

Tests

69

results

Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Digital Divide at NN9 5PN

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)100%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

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

100%

4G Indoor

99.5%

5G Outdoor

96.2%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

Cell Tower Coverage near NN9 5PN

No cell towers found within 2 km. Mobile signal may be weak in this area.

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

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Area suitability scores

NN9 5PN

Remote Worker

35

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

Family

70

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

Value for Money

50

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: 45

violent crime38%17
anti social behaviour24%11
vehicle crime11%5
criminal damage arson11%5
drugs2%1
robbery2%1
other crime2%1
other theft2%1
shoplifting2%1
public order2%1
possession of weapons2%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.0 mi
Irthlingborough Junior SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.1 mi
Huxlow AcademyAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.1 mi
Stanton Cross Primary SchoolFree schoolsNot available★★★☆☆1.4 mi
Henry Chichele Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.4 mi

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Flood risk

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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

Council tax bands

Band distribution for North Northamptonshire

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · North Northamptonshire

A
12%£1,381
B
25%£1,611
C
28%£1,841
D
22%£2,071
E
9%£2,531
F
3%£2,991
G
1%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for North Northamptonshire, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Wellingborough

2.1 mi

by road

🚂

Kettering

7.0 mi

by road

🚂

Corby

12.3 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

SPINNEY BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE

NN9 5GA·1.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY

NN10 8ED·1.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

SPINNEYFIELDS SPECIALIST CARE CENTRE

NN10 9YP·1.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

RUSHDEN MEDICAL CENTRE

NN10 9TR·1.9 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

SUMMERLEE MEDICAL CENTRE

NN9 5LJ·1.9 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

NHS website (NHS.uk find a GP) · Nearest 3 GP practicesFind a GP →

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)7.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)4 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

Toby-paul

Type 22 pointsPod Point

0.9 mi

away

🔋

Alec-scot

Type 22 pointsPod Point

0.9 mi

away

🔋

Scot-suki

Type 22 pointsPod Point

0.9 mi

away

🔋

Bing-Yoko

Type 22 pointsPod Point

0.9 mi

away

🔋

Beck-sage

Type 22 pointsPod Point

0.9 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027042

Overall IMD Decile

9 / 10

Least deprived

Ranked

27,616

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on East Northamptonshire 006E (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income928,888Least deprived
Employment929,132Least deprived
Education421Below average
Health9N/ALeast deprived
Crime10-1Least deprived
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 027E

Population

1,817

Census 2021

Density

666

per km² · Urban

Median Age

38

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

Irthlingborough

District

North Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027042

Frequently asked questions about NN9 5PN

What are the broadband speeds available at NN9 5PN?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 0% of premises at NN9 5PN. Maximum download speeds reach Basic only. Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.

What is the average house price near NN9 5PN?

No recent house price data for NN9 5PN. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN9 5PN?

NN9 5PN 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 5PN area?

The nearest school to NN9 5PN is Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School (Academy converter), 1.04 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

How does crime rate in NN9 5PN compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 45 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was violent crime.

How suitable is NN9 5PN for remote working?

NN9 5PN scores 35/100 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 NN9 5PN?

4G outdoor coverage at NN9 5PN 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 5PN?

EPC data is not yet available for NN9 5PN. 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 5PN?

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 5PN?

The nearest GP surgery to NN9 5PN is SPINNEY BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE, 1 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.

What transport links are available near NN9 5PN?

The nearest train station to NN9 5PN is Wellingborough, 2.1 miles away. Other nearby stations include Kettering (7 mi) and Corby (12.3 mi).

Is NN9 5PN a suitable area for families?

NN9 5PN scores 70/100 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 5PN?

Air quality at NN9 5PN 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 5PN?

The nearest public EV charging point to NN9 5PN is 0.9 miles away (Pod Point, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN9 5PN?

Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at NN9 5PN. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.

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