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Broadband in NN16 0LF

Kettering Town, North Northamptonshire

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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 17 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 17 March 2026

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Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near NN16 0LF

Considering Kettering Town? NN16 0LF 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.

Ofcom data covers availability. Ookla measures real performance. Average download at NN16 0LF: 399 Mbps. Upload: 127 Mbps. Latency: 13ms. 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 48 speed tests in this area.

Every premises at NN16 0LF meets the broadband USO. 100% can get 300 Mbps or faster. That's a strong position for the area. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.

Zero cell towers within 1km. Two within 2km. Sparse tower coverage. Indoor signal may vary. Nearest mast: 1.9km. That distance affects signal. Tower data sourced from OpenStreetMap. More towers generally means better signal and more capacity. Fewer towers can mean congestion at peak times.

Homes here average £175,000. That's well below the UK average of £290,000. About 40% lower than the national figure. Based on one Land Registry transaction. Few sales on record. Prices may not reflect current market values. Check Rightmove for current asking prices nearby. Below £250k. Stamp duty savings for first-time buyers. A 10% deposit would be around £17,500.

Crime figures for this area: 306 in one month. That's higher than most areas. Urban centres tend to record more incidents. Most common type: violent crime (129). Second: anti social behaviour (62). Third: public order (26). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. One month is a snapshot. Look at trends over time.

Five schools near NN16 0LF. Nearest: Ronald Tree Nursery School. Distance: 0.16 miles. Type: Local authority nursery school. Second nearest: St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School (0.23 mi). Also: Grange Primary Academy (0.28 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: 1,962. Median age: 34. Suburban area. 2816 people per km². Mix of residential and local shops. Quieter than city centres. Busier than countryside. Deprivation index: decile 1 out of 10. That's most deprived. Income deprivation is high in this area. Education deprivation is a concern. Crime deprivation ranks poorly. Health outcomes trail the national average.

Nearest train station: Kettering. Distance: 1.1 miles. A short drive or cycle ride. Also: Corby (5.9 mi). And Wellingborough (7.1 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 0.44 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: Believ.

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: LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP. Distance: 0.5 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 has a suburban feel. Residential streets with local shops nearby. Garden space is common. Traffic is moderate. Good balance between access and quiet.

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 NN16 0LF, 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 NN16 0LF 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.

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical 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
Gigabit100%
100%
TBC

Speed Distribution at NN16 0LF

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN16 0LF

Based on 48 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

399

Mbps

Upload

127

Mbps

Latency

13

ms

Tests

48

results

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

Digital Divide at NN16 0LF

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
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 NN16 0LF

Within 1 km

0

towers

Within 2 km

2

towers

Nearest Tower

1.9

km away

Unknown

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

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Area suitability scores

NN16 0LF

Remote Worker

40

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

Family

55

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

Value for Money

85

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

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House prices

Average price

£175,000

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
£175,000LYVEDEN PLACE

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 306

violent crime42%129
anti social behaviour20%62
public order8%26
other theft8%25
criminal damage arson6%18
shoplifting4%11
drugs3%10
burglary3%9
other crime2%7
possession of weapons1%4
robbery1%2
bicycle theft0%1
vehicle crime0%1
theft from the person0%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Ronald Tree Nursery SchoolLocal authority nursery schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.2 mi
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.2 mi
Grange Primary AcademyAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.3 mi
Kettering Park Infant AcademyAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
Kettering Park Junior AcademyAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.4 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

🚂

Kettering

1.1 mi

by road

🚂

Corby

5.9 mi

by road

🚂

Wellingborough

7.1 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP

NN15 7NX·0.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

DRYLAND MEDICAL CENTRE

NN16 8JZ·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

KETTERING EXTENDED ACCESS

NN15 7PW·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

HEADLANDS SURGERY

NN15 7HP·1.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

ESKDAILL MEDICAL

NN16 8DN·1.0 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)4.5 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

🔋

Believ

Type 2

0.4 mi

away

🔋

Believ

Type 2

0.4 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 2

0.6 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 2

0.6 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 2

0.8 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: E01027127

Overall IMD Decile

1 / 10

Most deprived

Ranked

748

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Kettering 005D (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income1684Most deprived
Employment11,388Most deprived
Education180Most deprived
Health11Most deprived
Crime11Most deprived
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 016D

Population

1,962

Census 2021

Density

2816

per km² · Dense urban

Median Age

34

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

Kettering Town

District

North Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027127

Frequently asked questions about NN16 0LF

What are the broadband speeds available at NN16 0LF?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN16 0LF. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near NN16 0LF?

Average property price near NN16 0LF: £175,000. Based on 1 Land Registry sale.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN16 0LF?

NN16 0LF 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 NN16 0LF area?

The nearest school to NN16 0LF is Ronald Tree Nursery School (Local authority nursery school), 0.16 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

How does crime rate in NN16 0LF compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 306 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.

How suitable is NN16 0LF for remote working?

NN16 0LF 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 NN16 0LF?

4G outdoor coverage at NN16 0LF 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 NN16 0LF?

EPC data is not yet available for NN16 0LF. 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 NN16 0LF?

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 NN16 0LF?

The nearest GP surgery to NN16 0LF is LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP, 0.5 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.

What transport links are available near NN16 0LF?

The nearest train station to NN16 0LF is Kettering, 1.1 miles away. Other nearby stations include Corby (5.9 mi) and Wellingborough (7.1 mi).

Is NN16 0LF a suitable area for families?

NN16 0LF 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 NN16 0LF?

Air quality at NN16 0LF 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 NN16 0LF?

The nearest public EV charging point to NN16 0LF is 0.44 miles away (Believ, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN16 0LF?

Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN16 0LF. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.

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