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Broadband in NN15 6XZ
Kettering Town, North Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 11 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 NN15 6XZ
Considering Kettering Town? NN15 6XZ 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.
Strong broadband in this part of Kettering Town. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Kettering Town beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Kettering Town ahead of most UK postcodes. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 100% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.
Advertised speeds and actual speeds are different things. Average download at NN15 6XZ: 241 Mbps. Upload: 170 Mbps. Latency: 8ms. 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. Low latency. Good for gaming and video calls. Data from 12 speed tests in this area.
Limited house price data for NN15 6XZ. 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: 95 in one month. Around average for a populated area. Most common type: violent crime (36). Second: anti social behaviour (19). Third: public order (8). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Monthly figures move around. The pattern matters more.
Five schools near NN15 6XZ. Nearest: Creating Tomorrow College. Distance: 0.75 miles. Type: Special post 16 institution. Second nearest: Southfield School for Girls (0.81 mi). Also: St Edward's Catholic Primary School (0.89 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: 2,280. Median age: 38. Semi-rural area. 1368 people per km². Between village and suburb in character. Some local services. Others need a drive. Deprivation index: decile 1 out of 10. That's most deprived. Income deprivation is high in this area. Education deprivation is a concern. Health outcomes trail the national average.
Nearest train station: Kettering. Distance: 1.6 miles. A short drive or cycle ride. Also: Wellingborough (5.1 mi). And Corby (7.9 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 0.42 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: NHS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ICB. Distance: 0.1 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Walking distance to your GP. Handy. 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: 40/100. Workable, but check speeds with your employer. Family score: 55/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. 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.
Kettering Town 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.
All data on this page comes from official public sources. Ofcom publishes broadband stats yearly. Police.uk updates monthly. The Land Registry records every sale. We pull it together so you can see the full picture in one place.
Before committing to NN15 6XZ, visit at different times. Morning rush hour tells you about traffic and parking. Evening shows you noise levels. Weekends reveal how busy local shops and parks get. Check the walk to the nearest school or station yourself.
That's the full picture for NN15 6XZ based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.
| 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 |
Real-World Speeds at NN15 6XZ
Based on 12 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
241
Mbps
Upload
170
Mbps
Latency
8
ms
Tests
12
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
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Cell Tower Coverage near NN15 6XZ
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Area suitability scores
NN15 6XZRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based 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: 95
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creating Tomorrow College | Special post 16 institution | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Southfield School for Girls | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| St Edward's Catholic Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Greenfields Primary School and Nursery | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Isebrook School | Academy special converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
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Check Deals →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
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
Kettering
1.6 mi
by road
Wellingborough
5.1 mi
by road
Corby
7.9 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
NHS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ICB
new patients
KETTERING EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
HEADLANDS SURGERY
new patients
LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP
new patients
DR SPENCER & PARTNERS
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
Jess-Jade
0.4 mi
away
Mack-dion
0.4 mi
away
Tesla Supercharger
1.0 mi
away
InstaVolt
1.2 mi
away
InstaVolt
1.2 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027131
Overall IMD Decile
1 / 10
Most deprived
Ranked
2,492
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Kettering 009D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 1 | 2,996 | Most deprived |
| Employment | 1 | 2,108 | Most deprived |
| Education | 1 | 55 | Most deprived |
| Health | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
| Crime | 7 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 022D
Population
2,280
Census 2021
Density
1368
per km² · Urban
Median Age
38
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Kettering Town
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027131
Frequently asked questions about NN15 6XZ
What are the broadband speeds available at NN15 6XZ?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN15 6XZ. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN15 6XZ?
No recent house price data for NN15 6XZ. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN15 6XZ?
NN15 6XZ 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 NN15 6XZ area?
The nearest school to NN15 6XZ is Creating Tomorrow College (Special post 16 institution), 0.75 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN15 6XZ compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 95 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is around average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is NN15 6XZ for remote working?
NN15 6XZ scores 40/100 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 NN15 6XZ?
4G outdoor coverage at NN15 6XZ 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 NN15 6XZ?
EPC data is not yet available for NN15 6XZ. 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 NN15 6XZ?
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 NN15 6XZ?
The nearest GP surgery to NN15 6XZ is NHS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ICB, 0.1 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN15 6XZ?
The nearest train station to NN15 6XZ is Kettering, 1.6 miles away. Other nearby stations include Wellingborough (5.1 mi) and Corby (7.9 mi).
Is NN15 6XZ a suitable area for families?
NN15 6XZ scores 55/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at NN15 6XZ?
Air quality at NN15 6XZ 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 NN15 6XZ?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN15 6XZ is 0.42 miles away (Pod Point, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN15 6XZ?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN15 6XZ. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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