NN7 postcode

Broadband in NN7 1AD

Little Houghton, West Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 18 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 18 March 2026

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical 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
Gigabit100%
100%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at NN7 1AD

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN7 1AD

Based on 2 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

147

Mbps

Upload

28

Mbps

Latency

7

ms

Tests

2

results

Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Digital Divide at NN7 1AD

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Cell Tower Coverage near NN7 1AD

Within 1 km

1

towers

Within 2 km

1

towers

Nearest Tower

0.9

km away

Unknown

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.6%

5G Outdoor

98.5%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 3

anti social behaviour67%2
violent crime33%1

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Little Houghton Church of England PrimaryVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
Cogenhoe Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.2 mi
Oneschool Global Uk, Northampton CampusOther independent schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.8 mi
Standens Barn Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.9 mi
Denton Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.9 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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.3 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)3.7 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 043A

Population

1,845

Census 2021

Density

86

per km² · Rural

Median Age

42

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027273

Overall IMD Decile

8 / 10

Above average

Ranked

24,447

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on South Northamptonshire 002A (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income720,225Above average
Employment720,212Above average
Education710Above average
Health8N/AAbove average
Crime7N/AAbove average
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

EV Solutions

Type 2

4.4 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

6.0 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

6.2 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

6.2 mi

away

🔋

Shell

Type 22 points

6.3 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Council tax bands

Band distribution for West Northamptonshire

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire

A
8%£1,381
B
22%£1,611
C
27%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
12%£2,531
F
4%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

DENTON VILLAGE SURGERY

NN7 1HT·1.7 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 5EN·2.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

MAYFIELD SURGERY

NN3 8DW·2.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

DR ABBAS

NN3 8DW·2.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

KING EDWARD ROAD SURGERY

NN1 5LY·2.7 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

NHS website (NHS.uk find a GP) · Nearest 3 GP practicesFind a GP →

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Living near NN7 1AD

Little Houghton is home to NN7 1AD. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.

100% of premises at NN7 1AD can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. 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 NN7 1AD. 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.

What do the broadband speeds at NN7 1AD mean in practice? Upload speeds average 27.78 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 7 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.

FWA broadband has not reached NN7 1AD yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN7 1AD see average downloads of 147.38 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 27.78 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 2 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN7 1AD fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. 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.

There are 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN7 1AD. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 1. The nearest tower is 0.88 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

3 crimes were reported near NN7 1AD in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was anti social behaviour. Other frequent types include violent crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Little Houghton Church of England Primary is the closest school at 0.42 miles. It is a Voluntary aided school school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN7 1AD 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 NN7 1AD has a population of approximately 1845. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 53.4 miles from NN7 1AD. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 54.4 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 55.8 miles.

Properties around NN7 1AD most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (27%), D (25%), B (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN7 1AD is available across 100% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 99.6%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 98.5%. 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 NN7 1AD: remote working 40/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for NN7 1AD is West Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Little Houghton, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN7 postcode area contains 821 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN7 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN7 1AD is above the area average of 94%.

How does NN7 1AD compare to its neighbours? NN7 1AR (0.33 miles, Brafield on the Green) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN7 1BL (0.37 miles, Brafield on the Green) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN7 1DD (0.4 miles, Brafield on the Green) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN7 1BW (0.41 miles, Brafield on the Green) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN7 1AD, 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.

What does all of this mean for someone considering NN7 1AD? Connectivity at NN7 1AD is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. West 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. Little Houghton 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 Little Houghton. 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 NN7 1AD in Little Houghton. 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 NN7 1AD

What are the broadband speeds available at NN7 1AD?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN7 1AD. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near NN7 1AD?

No recent house price data is available for NN7 1AD.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN7 1AD?

NN7 1AD has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.

What schools are nearby in the NN7 1AD area?

The nearest school is Little Houghton Church of England Primary (Voluntary aided school), 0.42 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in NN7 1AD compare to other areas?

3 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is NN7 1AD for remote working?

NN7 1AD scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at NN7 1AD?

4G outdoor coverage at NN7 1AD is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN7 1AD?

EPC data for NN7 1AD is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at NN7 1AD?

The most common council tax band near NN7 1AD is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN7 1AD?

GP surgery data for NN7 1AD is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near NN7 1AD?

The nearest train station to NN7 1AD is Ealing Broadway, 53.4 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.

Is NN7 1AD a suitable area for families?

NN7 1AD scores 90/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at NN7 1AD?

Air quality at NN7 1AD 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 NN7 1AD?

EV charging data for NN7 1AD is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN7 1AD?

Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.

Area suitability scores

NN7 1AD

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

90

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

50

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

Area info

Parish

Little Houghton

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027273

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