Broadband in NN9 5UU

Looking at NN9 5UU in Irthlingborough? 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 5UU stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at NN9 5UU tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 100% 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. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

Here is how the broadband at NN9 5UU maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 44.1 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency is 11 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.

FWA broadband has not reached NN9 5UU 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 NN9 5UU average 303.7 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 44.1 Mbps. Latency sits at 11 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 6 speed tests run by local users.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN9 5UU, 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 5.94 km away.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN9 5UU totalled 45 offences last month. This is a moderate figure. The most common category was anti social behaviour. Other frequent types include violent crime and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Huxlow Academy is the closest school at 1.17 miles. It is a Academy converter school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN9 5UU 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 5UU has a population of approximately 1944. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN9 5UU is Finsbury Park, 57.6 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 58.4 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 59.5 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN9 5UU 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.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN9 5UU is available across 100% of the area. 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.

Suitability scores for NN9 5UU: remote working 40/100, family 70/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN9 5UU falls within the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Irthlingborough, 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 5UU is close to the area average of 96%.

How does NN9 5UU compare to its neighbours? NN9 5XJ (0.21 miles, Irthlingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN9 5UT (0.21 miles, Irthlingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN9 5XQ (0.22 miles, Irthlingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN9 5FF (0.22 miles, Irthlingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 80% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

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

Looking at the overall picture for NN9 5UU, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at NN9 5UU is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. 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. Irthlingborough 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 Irthlingborough. 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.

This covers the key data for NN9 5UU. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Irthlingborough hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.