NN7 postcode

Broadband in NN7 1NH

Little Houghton, West Northamptonshire

Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.

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StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 19 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Superfast (30Mbps+)

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 19 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)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at NN7 1NH

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN7 1NH

Based on 5 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

90

Mbps

Upload

11

Mbps

Latency

124

ms

Tests

5

results

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

Digital Divide at NN7 1NH

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 1NH

No cell towers found within 2 km. Mobile signal may be weak in this area.

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
Cogenhoe Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Ecton Brook Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.0 mi
Little Houghton Church of England PrimaryVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.1 mi
Standens Barn Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.1 mi
St Andrew's Ceva Primary SchoolVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.1 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

3.5 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

5.1 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

5.2 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

5.2 mi

away

🔋

Orla-alma

Type 22 pointsPod Point

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

BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 5EN·1.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

MAYFIELD SURGERY

NN3 8DW·1.7 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

DR ABBAS

NN3 8DW·1.7 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

RILLWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 8HZ·2.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

DENTON VILLAGE SURGERY

NN7 1HT·2.3 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 1NH

Little Houghton is home to NN7 1NH. 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.

Superfast coverage here stands at 100%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Coverage at this postcode is strong. The maximum download speed recorded is Superfast (30Mbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN7 1NH. 100% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

Here is how the broadband at NN7 1NH maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 10.75 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 124 ms. Casual gaming works fine. Competitive or fast-paced games may suffer from delayed inputs. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN7 1NH. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Real-world download speeds at NN7 1NH average 89.94 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 10.75 Mbps. Latency sits at 124 ms. Higher latency may affect video calls and gaming. This is based on 5 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN7 1NH 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.

The nearest tower is 2 km away.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN7 1NH totalled 3 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. 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.

Cogenhoe Primary School is the closest school at 0.85 miles. It is a Academy converter school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN7 1NH 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 1NH 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 54.4 miles from NN7 1NH. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 55.3 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 56.7 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN7 1NH is 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.

4G outdoor coverage at NN7 1NH reaches 100%. 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 1NH: remote working 40/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN7 1NH falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. 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 1NH is above the area average of 94%.

How does NN7 1NH compare to its neighbours? NN7 1NQ (0.1 miles, Little Houghton) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN3 9EX (0.3 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 28.6% gigabit. NN7 1LW (0.37 miles, Cogenhoe and Whiston) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN7 1AN (0.39 miles, Cogenhoe and Whiston) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN7 1NH, 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 1NH? Connectivity at NN7 1NH 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.

Before making a decision about NN7 1NH, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

That is the full data picture for NN7 1NH 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 1NH

What are the broadband speeds available at NN7 1NH?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN7 1NH. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+).

What is the average house price near NN7 1NH?

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

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

NN7 1NH 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 1NH area?

The nearest school is Cogenhoe Primary School (Academy converter), 0.85 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

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

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

How suitable is NN7 1NH for remote working?

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

What is the mobile signal like at NN7 1NH?

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

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

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

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

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

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN7 1NH?

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

What transport links are available near NN7 1NH?

The nearest train station to NN7 1NH is Ealing Broadway, 54.4 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.

Is NN7 1NH a suitable area for families?

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

What is the air quality like at NN7 1NH?

Air quality at NN7 1NH 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 1NH?

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

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN7 1NH?

Full fibre availability at NN7 1NH is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

NN7 1NH

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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