NN1 postcode
Broadband in NN1 1EL
Northampton, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
57% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN1 1EL
What broadband is like here
NN1 1EL in Northampton — broadband, schools, safety, and property prices all in one place. Here's what the numbers tell us.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 57.1%. Maximum download speeds hit 57% Gigabit Mbps, which is above the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for NN1 1EL. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to NN1 1EL is WiEducate LTD (Special post 16 institution), 0.42 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 776 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at NN1 1EL is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at NN1 1EL is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.6 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 57% | 57% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 57% | 57% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
NN1 1ELRemote Worker
70Based 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: 776
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WiEducate LTD | Special post 16 institution | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Hospital and Outreach Education | Academy alternative provision converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Progress Schools - Northamptonshire | Other independent special school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Spring Lane Primary School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| New Horizons Academy | Free schools alternative provision | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Queen Eleanor Primary Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Delapre Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Castle Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Vernon Terrace Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Northampton International Academy | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
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Zone 1
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Flood risk: Very Low
This postcode is in Zone 1 — very low risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
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
0.6 mi
by road
Long Buckby
9.2 mi
by road
Wellingborough
10.5 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
MAPLE ACCESS PARTNERSHIP LLP
new patients
(FRACTURE CLINIC) NORTH OOH
new patients
THE MOUNTS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
NORTHAMPTON EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
REGENT PHARMACY
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
7.0 mi
away
EV Charger
7.7 mi
away
BP Pulse
7.8 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.3 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.3 mi
away
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 034E
Population
2,076
Census 2021
Density
4514
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
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
E01035418
Frequently asked questions about NN1 1EL
What are the broadband speeds available at NN1 1EL?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN1 1EL. Maximum download speeds reach 57% Gigabit Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 57.1%.
What schools are near NN1 1EL?
The nearest school is WiEducate LTD (Special post 16 institution), 0.42 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is NN1 1EL a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 776 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 1EL?
NN1 1EL has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN1 1EL?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 57.1% of premises at NN1 1EL. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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