Broadband in NN2 6QQ

NN2 6QQ sits in Kingsthorpe, part of West Northamptonshire. If you're considering this area, it helps to look beyond the estate agent listings. Here's what the data actually says.

Internet access at NN2 6QQ is well above average. Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) covers 100% of premises, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Gigabit-capable connections are available to 100% of the area, which is ideal for anyone working from home or streaming.

Availability is one thing — real-world speeds are another. Ookla Speedtest data shows an average download speed of 216 Mbps and upload of 125 Mbps, with 11ms latency. That lines up well with the Ofcom coverage figures. This is based on 60 speed tests in the area.

Every premises at NN2 6QQ meets the Universal Service Obligation for broadband. In fact, 100% of premises can access 300 Mbps or faster — well ahead of much of the country. Next Generation Access (fibre-based infrastructure) covers 100% of premises.

For mobile signal, the infrastructure is dense. There are 0 cell towers within 1km of NN2 6QQ and 9 within 2km. The nearest mast is 1.2 km away, which may affect indoor signal quality.

The average house price around NN2 6QQ comes in at £169,000 from 6 sales on record. That's well below the UK national average of around £290,000.

Crime figures show 323 reported incidents in this area over the last recorded month. That's on the higher side. Violent Crime was the most common category with 92 incidents, followed by anti social behaviour (74). Keep in mind that crime statistics vary month to month, so one snapshot doesn't tell the whole story.

Families will find 5 schools within reach of NN2 6QQ. The nearest is Kingsthorpe Village Primary School (Community school), 0.12 miles away. The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School is also nearby at 0.31 miles.

Very Low flood risk here, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency. That's reassuring for anyone considering the area. Air quality is rated Good with PM2.5 at 3.6 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.

The local area has a population of 1,587 with a median age of 34. It's a suburban area (2081 people per km²). On the Index of Multiple Deprivation, this area scores decile 6 out of 10, making it less deprived than average.

Transport connections are convenient. The nearest train station is Northampton, 1.7 miles away. Long Buckby (8.1 mi) and Wellingborough (10 mi) are also within reach. For electric vehicle owners, there are 5 public charging points nearby, the closest being 6.71 miles away.

Council tax in West Northamptonshire falls most commonly in Band C.

Healthcare access is good. The nearest GP surgery is KINGSTHORPE MEDICAL CTR., 0.5 miles away, with 5 practices in the wider area. Availability for new patients may be limited, so it is worth checking directly.

Mobile coverage is excellent, with 4G outdoor coverage at 100% and 5G reaching 98.5%.

Your next step? If Kingsthorpe is on your shortlist, it's worth visiting in person and checking specific street-level details. The data gives you the framework, but nothing beats walking the neighbourhood.