NN12 postcode
Broadband in NN12 8JW
Litchborough, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
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Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
44% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN12 8JW
What's NN12 8JW actually like? We checked Litchborough's data across 15+ categories. Broadband speeds and real-world performance. House prices and recent sales. Crime rates and categories. Schools, flood risk, air quality, GP access, and transport links. Everything below comes from official public data. Updated regularly. Specific to this postcode wherever possible.
Internet coverage here is good. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Litchborough beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 44%. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 44% coverage. Gigabit rollout is underway but not complete.
Advertised speeds and actual speeds are different things. Average download at NN12 8JW: 105 Mbps. Upload: 60 Mbps. Latency: 8ms. Around the UK average. Fine for most households. HD streaming and video calls should work well. Multiple devices can share this comfortably. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Low latency. Good for gaming and video calls.
Every premises at NN12 8JW meets the broadband USO. 37.5% have access to 300 Mbps+. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Property prices in Litchborough average £732,000. That's well above the UK average of £290,000. About 152% higher than the national figure. Based on one Land Registry transaction. Few sales on record. Prices may not reflect current market values. Check Rightmove for current asking prices nearby. Higher price bracket. Budget for stamp duty carefully. Stamp duty at this level adds thousands to the cost.
Crime figures for this area: 0 in one month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. One month is a snapshot. Look at trends over time.
Five schools near NN12 8JW. Nearest: Pattishall Church of England Primary School. Distance: 2.6 miles. Type: Voluntary controlled school. Second nearest: Blakesley Church of England Primary School (2.61 mi). Also: The Bliss Charity School (3.06 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.
Flood risk: Very Low. Zone: Zone 1. Lowest category. Unlikely to flood. Insurance shouldn't be affected. Air quality: Good. PM2.5: 3.5 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines. Clean air here. No concerns. Good for asthma sufferers and young children.
Local population: 1,734. Median age: 42. Rural area. 40 people per km². Expect quiet roads and more space between homes. Fewer local amenities. Car likely a must. Deprivation index: decile 7 out of 10. That's less deprived than average. Living environment quality is lower than average.
Nearest train station: Long Buckby. Distance: 7.7 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Northampton (8 mi). And Banbury (13.8 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 2.67 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: Pod Point.
Council tax: mostly Band C. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: GREENS NORTON & WEEDON MEDICAL PRACTICE. Distance: 2.9 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 98.5%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 5G is widely available here. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Remote working score: 60/100. Workable, but check speeds with your employer. Family score: 90/100. Ticks the boxes for families. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.
A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
Litchborough is a rural area. Open fields and quiet lanes. A car is a must. Public transport is limited. Nearest supermarket may be a drive away.
Transparency matters. Broadband data: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. House prices: Land Registry. Crime: Police.uk. Demographics: ONS Census 2021. Flood risk: Environment Agency. Speed tests: Ookla Open Data Q4 2025. Cell towers: OpenStreetMap. All free, all public.
A data profile is a starting point. Visit NN12 8JW before making decisions. Drive the commute at peak time. Walk to the local shops. Check mobile signal inside a property, not just outside. Look at the street on Google Maps and in person. They often tell different stories.
That's the full picture for NN12 8JW based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 44% | 44% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 44% | 44% | TBC |
Speed Distribution at NN12 8JW
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN12 8JW
Based on 8 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
105
Mbps
Upload
60
Mbps
Latency
8
ms
Tests
8
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN12 8JW
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near NN12 8JW
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
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Area suitability scores
NN12 8JWRemote Worker
60Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
90Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
35Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£732,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £732,000 | MANOR FARM CLOSE |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 0
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pattishall Church of England Primary School | Voluntary controlled school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.6 mi |
| Blakesley Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.6 mi |
| The Bliss Charity School | Voluntary aided school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| Weedon Bec Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| Bugbrooke Community Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.3 mi |
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Check Deals →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
Council tax bands
Band distribution for West Northamptonshire
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire
Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Long Buckby
7.7 mi
by road
Northampton
8.0 mi
by road
Banbury
13.8 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
GREENS NORTON & WEEDON MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
BUGBROOKE MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
THE BROOK HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
DANETRE MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
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
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
Pod Point
2.7 mi
away
EV Charger
4.5 mi
away
BP Pulse
4.9 mi
away
Osprey
6.3 mi
away
Osprey
6.3 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027262
Overall IMD Decile
7 / 10
Above average
Ranked
21,931
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on South Northamptonshire 004A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 28,799 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 10 | 30,359 | Least deprived |
| Education | 10 | 2 | Least deprived |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 9 | -1 | Least deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 045A
Population
1,734
Census 2021
Density
40
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Litchborough
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027262
Frequently asked questions about NN12 8JW
What are the broadband speeds available at NN12 8JW?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN12 8JW. Maximum download speeds reach 44% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 44%.
What is the average house price near NN12 8JW?
Average property price near NN12 8JW: £732,000. Based on 1 Land Registry sale.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN12 8JW?
NN12 8JW has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency. This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
What schools are nearby in the NN12 8JW area?
The nearest school to NN12 8JW is Pattishall Church of England Primary School (Voluntary controlled school), 2.6 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN12 8JW compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average.
How suitable is NN12 8JW for remote working?
NN12 8JW scores 60/100 for remote working suitability, making it reasonably suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at NN12 8JW?
4G outdoor coverage at NN12 8JW is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 98.5%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near NN12 8JW?
EPC data is not yet available for NN12 8JW. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN12 8JW?
The most common council tax band in West Northamptonshire is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £2071 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN12 8JW?
The nearest GP surgery to NN12 8JW is GREENS NORTON & WEEDON MEDICAL PRACTICE, 2.9 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN12 8JW?
The nearest train station to NN12 8JW is Long Buckby, 7.7 miles away. Other nearby stations include Northampton (8 mi) and Banbury (13.8 mi).
Is NN12 8JW a suitable area for families?
NN12 8JW scores 90/100 for family suitability, rated very suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at NN12 8JW?
Air quality at NN12 8JW is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.5 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits set by the WHO.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN12 8JW?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN12 8JW is 2.67 miles away (Pod Point, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN12 8JW?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 44% of premises at NN12 8JW. Gigabit coverage reaches 44%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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