Broadband in NN16 9GR

Looking at NN16 9GR in Kettering Town? 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.

100% of premises at NN16 9GR can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. 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.

Looking at the full speed profile for NN16 9GR gives a better picture of what to expect. 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 9GR into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 108.2 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 9 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 NN16 9GR yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN16 9GR see average downloads of 279.56 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 108.2 Mbps. Latency sits at 9 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 55 speed tests run by local users.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN16 9GR, 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.

There are 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN16 9GR. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 1. The nearest tower is 0.71 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

Property at NN16 9GR averages £90,500, which is below the national average of £290,000. This is based on 2 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

194 crimes were reported near NN16 9GR in the most recent month. The level is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and public order. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is the closest school at 0.65 miles. It is a Academy sponsor led school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN16 9GR 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 9GR has a population of approximately 2210. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN16 9GR is Finsbury Park, 64.4 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 64.7 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 66.2 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN16 9GR 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.

4G outdoor coverage at NN16 9GR 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 9GR: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 85/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN16 9GR 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 9GR is close to the area average of 99%.

How does NN16 9GR compare to its neighbours? NN16 9FT (0.1 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 9FQ (0.1 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 9FP (0.11 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 9JW (0.13 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN16 9GR, 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 9GR, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN16 9GR 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.

Before making a decision about NN16 9GR, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

NN16 9GR 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.