NN16 postcode
Broadband in NN16 9XP
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)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN16 9XP. 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 9XP
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN16 9XP
Based on 107 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
348
Mbps
Upload
131
Mbps
Latency
12
ms
Tests
107
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN16 9XP
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN16 9XP
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
1
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
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 171
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brambleside Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Kettering Buccleuch Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Kettering Park Infant Academy | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Kettering Park Junior Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Ronald Tree Nursery School | Local authority nursery school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 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 015D
Population
1,256
Census 2021
Density
3348
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027088
Overall IMD Decile
9 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
28,885
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Kettering 004D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 28,292 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 10 | 29,990 | Least deprived |
| Education | 7 | 9 | Above average |
| Health | 7 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 9 | N/A | Least 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
1.2 mi
away
Believ
1.2 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.3 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.3 mi
away
MFG Kettering Lower Street
1.4 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
GLENDON WOOD HOSPITAL
new patients
DRYLAND MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ESKDAILL MEDICAL
new patients
WEAVERS MEDICAL
new patients
KETTERING AND NORTHAMPTONSHIRE BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE
new patients
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NN16 9XP sits in Kettering Town, part of North Northamptonshire. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN16 9XP 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 9XP. 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.
Here is how the broadband at NN16 9XP maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 130.96 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 12 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.
Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN16 9XP. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.
Real-world download speeds at NN16 9XP average 347.97 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 130.96 Mbps. Latency sits at 12 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 107 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN16 9XP, 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 1. The nearest tower is 1.82 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
171 crimes were reported near NN16 9XP 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 other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN16 9XP is Brambleside Primary School. It is a Academy converter school, 0.15 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN16 9XP 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 9XP has a population of approximately 1256. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.
The nearest train station to NN16 9XP is Finsbury Park, 64.2 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 66.1 miles.
Properties around NN16 9XP 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 9XP 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 9XP: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
NN16 9XP 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 9XP is close to the area average of 99%.
How does NN16 9XP compare to its neighbours? NN16 9JJ (0.06 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 9XD (0.06 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 9XN (0.07 miles, Kettering Town) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN16 9XT (0.08 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 9XP, 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.
Looking at the overall picture for NN16 9XP, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at NN16 9XP 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.
That is the full data picture for NN16 9XP in Kettering Town. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.
Frequently asked questions about NN16 9XP
What are the broadband speeds available at NN16 9XP?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN16 9XP. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN16 9XP?
No recent house price data is available for NN16 9XP.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN16 9XP?
NN16 9XP 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 9XP area?
The nearest school is Brambleside Primary School (Academy converter), 0.15 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN16 9XP compare to other areas?
171 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.
How suitable is NN16 9XP for remote working?
NN16 9XP scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN16 9XP?
4G outdoor coverage at NN16 9XP is 100%. 5G reaches 96.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN16 9XP?
EPC data for NN16 9XP is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN16 9XP?
The most common council tax band near NN16 9XP is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN16 9XP?
GP surgery data for NN16 9XP is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN16 9XP?
The nearest train station to NN16 9XP is Finsbury Park, 64.2 miles away. Ealing Broadway is also nearby.
Is NN16 9XP a suitable area for families?
NN16 9XP scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.
What is the air quality like at NN16 9XP?
Air quality at NN16 9XP 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 9XP?
EV charging data for NN16 9XP is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN16 9XP?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN16 9XPRemote 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.
Map
Area info
Parish
Kettering Town
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027088
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