NN1 postcode
Broadband in NN1 1BQ
Northampton, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 27 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
67% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN1 1BQ
What broadband is like here
Here's the broadband and area guide for NN1 1BQ in Northampton. From internet speeds to schools and house prices, this is what the data says.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 66.7% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 66.7%. Maximum download speeds hit 67% Gigabit Mbps, which is above the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for NN1 1BQ. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to NN1 1BQ is Hospital and Outreach Education (Academy alternative provision converter), 0.27 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 810 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at NN1 1BQ is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at NN1 1BQ is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.6 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 67% | 67% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 67% | 67% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 67% | 67% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 67% | 67% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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4G Indoor
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Area suitability scores
NN1 1BQRemote Worker
50Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 810
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital and Outreach Education | Academy alternative provision converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Delapre Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Queen Eleanor Primary Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Spring Lane Primary School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| WiEducate LTD | Special post 16 institution | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| New Horizons Academy | Free schools alternative provision | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Progress Schools - Northamptonshire | Other independent special school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Gloucester Nursery School | Local authority nursery school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Castle Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
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Zone 1
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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
Northampton
0.5 mi
by road
Long Buckby
8.9 mi
by road
Wellingborough
10.8 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
MAPLE ACCESS PARTNERSHIP LLP
new patients
ELEANOR CROSS HEALTHCARE
new patients
THE MOUNTS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
REGENT PHARMACY
new patients
(FRACTURE CLINIC) NORTH OOH
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
EV Solutions
7.3 mi
away
EV Charger
7.5 mi
away
BP Pulse
7.6 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.6 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.6 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01032979
Overall IMD Decile
1 / 10
Most deprived
Ranked
1,372
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 021F (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 1 | 1,770 | Most deprived |
| Employment | 1 | 2,851 | Most deprived |
| Education | 2 | 45 | Most deprived |
| Health | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
| Crime | 1 | 2 | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 032E
Population
1,498
Census 2021
Density
1365
per km² · Urban
Median Age
38
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Northampton
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01032979
Frequently asked questions about NN1 1BQ
What are the broadband speeds available at NN1 1BQ?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 66.7% of premises at NN1 1BQ. Maximum download speeds reach 67% Gigabit Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 66.7%.
What schools are near NN1 1BQ?
The nearest school is Hospital and Outreach Education (Academy alternative provision converter), 0.27 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is NN1 1BQ a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 810 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.
What is the flood risk at NN1 1BQ?
NN1 1BQ has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN1 1BQ?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 66.7% of premises at NN1 1BQ. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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