NN9 postcode
Broadband in NN9 5PN
Irthlingborough, North Northamptonshire
Standard broadband is the main option at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 26 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Basic only
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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.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical 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 |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | TBC |
Speed Distribution at NN9 5PN
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
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near NN9 5PN
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Area suitability scores
NN9 5PNRemote Worker
35Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
70Based 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: 45
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Irthlingborough Junior School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Huxlow Academy | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Stanton Cross Primary School | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
| Henry Chichele Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
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Check Deals →Flood risk
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
2.1 mi
by road
Kettering
7.0 mi
by road
Corby
12.3 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
SPINNEY BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY
new patients
SPINNEYFIELDS SPECIALIST CARE CENTRE
new patients
RUSHDEN MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
SUMMERLEE MEDICAL CENTRE
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
Toby-paul
0.9 mi
away
Alec-scot
0.9 mi
away
Scot-suki
0.9 mi
away
Bing-Yoko
0.9 mi
away
Beck-sage
0.9 mi
away
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).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 28,888 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 9 | 29,132 | Least deprived |
| Education | 4 | 21 | Below average |
| Health | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
| Crime | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
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
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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