NN16 postcode
Broadband in NN16 0RL
Kettering Town, North Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 3 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN16 0RL. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN16 0RL
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN16 0RL
Based on 45 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
281
Mbps
Upload
148
Mbps
Latency
15
ms
Tests
45
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN16 0RL
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN16 0RL
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
2
towers
Nearest Tower
1.8
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£164,333
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £180,000 | MILL ROAD | |
| £150,000 | MILL ROAD | |
| £163,000 | MILL ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 391
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 | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Kettering Science Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Compass Primary Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Ronald Tree Nursery School | Local authority nursery school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Kettering Park Junior Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 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
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
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 017D
Population
2,346
Census 2021
Density
7863
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
32
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027112
Overall IMD Decile
3 / 10
Below average
Ranked
9,680
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Kettering 006D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 4 | 11,362 | Below average |
| Employment | 5 | 14,146 | Average |
| Education | 2 | 49 | Most deprived |
| Health | 5 | N/A | Average |
| Crime | 2 | N/A | Most deprived |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
Believ
0.3 mi
away
Believ
0.3 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.4 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.4 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.6 mi
away
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
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP
new patients
KETTERING EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
DRYLAND MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
HEADLANDS SURGERY
new patients
ESKDAILL MEDICAL
new patients
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Kettering Town is home to NN16 0RL. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN16 0RL 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.
Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN16 0RL. 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.
Translating the numbers at NN16 0RL into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 147.69 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 sits at 15 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
FWA broadband has not reached NN16 0RL 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 NN16 0RL average 280.79 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 147.69 Mbps. Latency sits at 15 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 45 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN16 0RL, 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.
Within 2 km that count rises to 2. The nearest tower is 1.8 km away. Operators present include Unknown, Cellnex.
Property at NN16 0RL averages £164,333, which is below the national average of £290,000. This is based on 3 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
In the latest month of data, 391 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is higher than average for England and Wales. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN16 0RL is St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School. It is a Academy converter school, 0.07 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN16 0RL 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 NN16 0RL has a population of approximately 2346. Median age is 32. That is close to the national median of 40.
Finsbury Park station is the closest rail link at 63.1 miles from NN16 0RL. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 63.5 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 64.9 miles.
Properties around NN16 0RL most commonly fall into council tax 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.
4G outdoor coverage at NN16 0RL reaches 100%. 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 NN16 0RL: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 85/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
NN16 0RL falls within the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Kettering Town, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN16 postcode area contains 763 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN16 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN16 0RL is close to the area average of 99%.
How does NN16 0RL compare to its neighbours? NN16 0HY (0.02 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 0RG (0.03 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 0EP (0.05 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 0JE (0.06 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
When choosing a broadband provider at NN16 0RL, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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.
Pulling the data together for NN16 0RL, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN16 0RL 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. Kettering Town 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 Kettering Town. 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.
NN16 0RL in Kettering Town: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.
Frequently asked questions about NN16 0RL
What are the broadband speeds available at NN16 0RL?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN16 0RL. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN16 0RL?
The average property price at NN16 0RL is £164,333, based on 3 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN16 0RL?
NN16 0RL has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN16 0RL area?
The nearest school is St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School (Academy converter), 0.07 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN16 0RL compare to other areas?
391 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.
How suitable is NN16 0RL for remote working?
NN16 0RL scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN16 0RL?
4G outdoor coverage at NN16 0RL is 100%. 5G reaches 96.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN16 0RL?
EPC data for NN16 0RL is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN16 0RL?
The most common council tax band near NN16 0RL is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN16 0RL?
GP surgery data for NN16 0RL is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN16 0RL?
The nearest train station to NN16 0RL is Finsbury Park, 63.1 miles away. Ealing Broadway is also nearby.
Is NN16 0RL a suitable area for families?
NN16 0RL scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.
What is the air quality like at NN16 0RL?
Air quality at NN16 0RL is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN16 0RL?
EV charging data for NN16 0RL is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN16 0RL?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN16 0RLRemote 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
85Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Kettering Town
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027112
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