Broadband in NN2 8LY

NN2 8LY 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.

Broadband here is strong. Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) covers 100% of premises, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 97%. Gigabit-capable connections are available to 97% of the area, which is ideal for anyone working from home or streaming.

Beyond the headline figures, here's what residents actually get. Ookla Speedtest data shows an average download speed of 292 Mbps and upload of 247 Mbps, with 8ms latency. That lines up well with the Ofcom coverage figures. This is based on 56 speed tests in the area.

Every premises at NN2 8LY meets the Universal Service Obligation for broadband. In fact, 97.3% 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 4 cell towers within 1km of NN2 8LY and 9 within 2km. The nearest mast is just 0.16 km away, which should provide strong signal.

Property prices near NN2 8LY average £429,458, based on 12 recorded transactions. That's well above the UK national average of around £290,000.

The latest Police.uk data shows 159 crimes in the LSOA covering NN2 8LY. That's around average for an area of this size. Violent Crime was the most common category with 68 incidents, followed by anti social behaviour (23). Keep in mind that crime statistics vary month to month, so one snapshot doesn't tell the whole story.

Education options for families are reasonable. The nearest is Buckton Fields Primary School (Free schools), 0.32 miles away. Whitehills Primary School is also nearby at 0.44 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 1,476 with a median age of 34. It's a suburban area (4254 people per km²). On the Index of Multiple Deprivation, this area scores decile 9 out of 10, making it one of the least deprived areas in England.

Transport connections are reasonable. The nearest train station is Northampton, 2.9 miles away. Long Buckby (7.9 mi) and Wellingborough (9.6 mi) are also within reach. For electric vehicle owners, there are 5 public charging points nearby, the closest being 6.59 miles away.

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

Healthcare access is good. The nearest GP surgery is THE PINES SURGERY, 0.4 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.