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Broadband in NN6 7RW

Long Buckby, West Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speed82% Gigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 25 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

82% Gigabit

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 25 March 2026

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Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

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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)96%
96%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit82%
82%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at NN6 7RW

30–300 Mbps (19%)
300+ Mbps (81%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN6 7RW

Based on 7 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

164

Mbps

Upload

90

Mbps

Latency

11

ms

Tests

7

results

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

Digital Divide at NN6 7RW

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 NN6 7RW

Within 1 km

0

towers

Within 2 km

2

towers

Nearest Tower

1.3

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

House prices

Average price

£299,633

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
£175,000BRINGTON ROAD
£500,000BRINGTON ROAD
£535,000BRINGTON ROAD
£550,000BRINGTON ROAD
£322,500BRINGTON ROAD
£160,000BRINGTON ROAD
£345,000BRINGTON ROAD
£186,000BRINGTON ROAD
£317,500BRINGTON ROAD
£169,000BRINGTON ROAD

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 15

violent crime53%8
anti social behaviour20%3
other crime7%1
other theft7%1
public order7%1
possession of weapons7%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Long Buckby Infant SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.1 mi
Long Buckby Junior SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.2 mi
East Haddon Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary controlled schoolNot available★★★☆☆2.4 mi
West Haddon Endowed Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary controlled schoolNot available★★★☆☆2.7 mi
Brington Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆3.0 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)7.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)3.6 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 005B

Population

1,409

Census 2021

Density

652

per km² · Urban

Median Age

38

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: E01027015

Overall IMD Decile

10 / 10

Least deprived

Ranked

31,861

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 004B (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income1029,689Least deprived
Employment1031,141Least deprived
Education88Above average
Health9N/ALeast deprived
Crime9N/ALeast deprived
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

🔌

BP-Pulse (POLAR)

CHAdeMO

4.6 mi

away

Osprey

CCS

4.7 mi

away

🔌

Osprey

CHAdeMO

4.7 mi

away

🔌

Osprey

CHAdeMO

4.7 mi

away

🔋

Cummins Engines

Type 216 points

5.0 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

THE LONG BUCKBY PRACTICE

NN6 7QB·0.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

CRICK MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN6 7TT·3.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE

NN6 8QE·4.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

ABBEY HOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN11 4FE·4.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

DANETRE MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN11 4DY·4.9 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 NN6 7RW

Long Buckby is home to NN6 7RW. 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 broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN6 7RW stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 96% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 82% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is 82% Gigabit. That is above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN6 7RW. 18.8% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 81.3% 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.

Here is how the broadband at NN6 7RW maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 90.27 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. 4K streaming is possible on one device at a time. HD streaming works across multiple devices. Latency is 11 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

FWA broadband has not reached NN6 7RW yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

Real-world download speeds at NN6 7RW average 163.81 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 90.27 Mbps. Latency sits at 11 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 7 speed tests run by local users.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN6 7RW, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. 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.

Within 2 km that count rises to 2. The nearest tower is 1.27 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

Property at NN6 7RW averages £299,633, which is roughly in line with UK averages. This is based on 15 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN6 7RW totalled 15 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and other crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN6 7RW is Long Buckby Infant School. It is a Community school school, 0.1 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN6 7RW 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 NN6 7RW has a population of approximately 1409. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN6 7RW is Ealing Broadway, 63.4 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 65.3 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 66.2 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN6 7RW 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 NN6 7RW 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 NN6 7RW: remote working 70/100, family 80/100, value 70/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.

NN6 7RW falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Long Buckby, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN6 postcode area contains 1160 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN6 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN6 7RW is above the area average of 89%.

How does NN6 7RW compare to its neighbours? NN6 7QZ (0.06 miles, Long Buckby) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 7YS (0.08 miles, Long Buckby) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 7YU (0.08 miles, Long Buckby) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 7QU (0.08 miles, Long Buckby) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN6 7RW, 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.

Looking at the overall picture for NN6 7RW, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at NN6 7RW 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. Long Buckby 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 NN6 7RW, 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.

NN6 7RW in Long Buckby: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.

Frequently asked questions about NN6 7RW

What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 7RW?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN6 7RW. Maximum download speeds reach 82% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 96%.

What is the average house price near NN6 7RW?

The average property price at NN6 7RW is £299,633, based on 15 recorded transactions.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 7RW?

NN6 7RW has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.

What schools are nearby in the NN6 7RW area?

The nearest school is Long Buckby Infant School (Community school), 0.1 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in NN6 7RW compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is NN6 7RW for remote working?

NN6 7RW scores 70/100 for remote working suitability. Broadband is adequate for most remote tasks.

What is the mobile signal like at NN6 7RW?

4G outdoor coverage at NN6 7RW is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN6 7RW?

EPC data for NN6 7RW is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at NN6 7RW?

The most common council tax band near NN6 7RW is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN6 7RW?

GP surgery data for NN6 7RW is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near NN6 7RW?

The nearest train station to NN6 7RW is Ealing Broadway, 63.4 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.

Is NN6 7RW a suitable area for families?

NN6 7RW scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at NN6 7RW?

Air quality at NN6 7RW 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 NN6 7RW?

EV charging data for NN6 7RW is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 7RW?

Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 96% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.

Area suitability scores

NN6 7RW

Remote Worker

70

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

Family

80

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

Value for Money

70

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

Map

Area info

Parish

Long Buckby

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027015

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