NN16 postcode
Broadband in NN16 0NN
Kettering Town, North Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 12 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 NN16 0NN
Considering Kettering Town? NN16 0NN 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.
Coverage tells you what's available. Speed tests show what people get. Average download at NN16 0NN: 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 0NN 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. One within 2km. Sparse tower coverage. Indoor signal may vary. Nearest mast: 1.81km. 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.
Limited house price data for NN16 0NN. 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.
Police.uk data: 306 incidents last 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 0NN. Nearest: St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School. Distance: 0.18 miles. Type: Academy converter. Second nearest: Ronald Tree Nursery School (0.2 mi). Also: Grange Primary Academy (0.34 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 (6 mi). And Wellingborough (7.1 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 0.37 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.
Every figure on this page has a source. Ofcom for broadband. Police.uk for crime. Land Registry for house prices. ONS for demographics. Environment Agency for flood risk. Ookla for real speed tests. We don't estimate or interpolate. If the data isn't available, we say so.
Numbers only go so far. Visit NN16 0NN on a weekday morning and a Saturday afternoon. Check parking availability. Listen for traffic noise. Look at the condition of nearby properties. Talk to a neighbour if you can. First impressions matter when choosing a home.
That's the full picture for NN16 0NN 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 |
Speed Distribution at NN16 0NN
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN16 0NN
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 0NN
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 NN16 0NN
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
1
towers
Nearest Tower
1.8
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
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Area suitability scores
NN16 0NNRemote 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: 306
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Ronald Tree Nursery School | Local authority nursery school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Grange Primary Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Kettering Park Junior Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Kettering Park Infant Academy | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 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
1.1 mi
by road
Corby
6.0 mi
by road
Wellingborough
7.1 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP
new patients
DRYLAND MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
KETTERING EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
HEADLANDS SURGERY
new patients
ESKDAILL MEDICAL
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
Believ
0.4 mi
away
Believ
0.4 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.8 mi
away
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).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 1 | 684 | Most deprived |
| Employment | 1 | 1,388 | Most deprived |
| Education | 1 | 80 | Most deprived |
| Health | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
| Crime | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
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
Area info
Parish
Kettering Town
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027127
Frequently asked questions about NN16 0NN
What are the broadband speeds available at NN16 0NN?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN16 0NN. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN16 0NN?
No recent house price data for NN16 0NN. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN16 0NN?
NN16 0NN 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 0NN area?
The nearest school to NN16 0NN is St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School (Academy converter), 0.18 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN16 0NN 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 0NN for remote working?
NN16 0NN 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 0NN?
4G outdoor coverage at NN16 0NN 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 0NN?
EPC data is not yet available for NN16 0NN. 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 0NN?
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 0NN?
The nearest GP surgery to NN16 0NN is LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP, 0.5 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN16 0NN?
The nearest train station to NN16 0NN is Kettering, 1.1 miles away. Other nearby stations include Corby (6 mi) and Wellingborough (7.1 mi).
Is NN16 0NN a suitable area for families?
NN16 0NN 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 0NN?
Air quality at NN16 0NN 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 0NN?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN16 0NN is 0.37 miles away (Believ, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN16 0NN?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN16 0NN. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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