Broadband in NN2 8BJ

NN2 8BJ 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.

Connectivity in Kingsthorpe is excellent. Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) covers 100% of premises, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Gigabit-capable connections are available to 100% of the area. That puts Kingsthorpe ahead of many parts of the country.

Availability is one thing — real-world speeds are another. Ookla Speedtest data shows an average download speed of 368 Mbps and upload of 185 Mbps, with 12ms latency. That lines up well with the Ofcom coverage figures. This is based on 58 speed tests in the area.

Every premises at NN2 8BJ 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.

Mobile connectivity infrastructure is strong in this area. There are 5 cell towers within 1km of NN2 8BJ and 9 within 2km. The nearest mast is just 0.28 km away, which should provide strong signal.

Property prices near NN2 8BJ average £249,000, based on 8 recorded transactions. That's below the UK national average of around £290,000.

Crime figures show 179 reported incidents in this area over the last recorded month. That's around average for an area of this size. Violent Crime was the most common category with 74 incidents, followed by anti social behaviour (34). It's always worth checking the latest figures before making a decision about moving.

Families will find 5 schools within reach of NN2 8BJ. The nearest is Whitehills Nursery School (Local authority nursery school), 0.3 miles away. Whitehills Primary School is also nearby at 0.31 miles.

Flood risk at NN2 8BJ is rated Very Low (Zone 1). That's reassuring for anyone considering the area. Air quality is rated Good with PM2.5 at 3.6 µg/m³. Clean air is one less thing to worry about.

The local area has a population of 1,641 with a median age of 34. It's a suburban area (4828 people per km²). On the Index of Multiple Deprivation, this area scores decile 7 out of 10, making it less deprived than average.

Getting around from NN2 8BJ is manageable. The nearest train station is Northampton, 2.3 miles away. Long Buckby (7.6 mi) and Wellingborough (10.2 mi) are also within reach. For electric vehicle owners, there are 5 public charging points nearby, the closest being 7.04 miles away.

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

Healthcare access is good. The nearest GP surgery is TURN FURLONG GP SERVICE, 0.1 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.