Broadband in NN1 1JS

Northampton is home to NN1 1JS. 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 NN1 1JS stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 27.8% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 27.8% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 28% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Looking at the full speed profile for NN1 1JS gives a better picture of what to expect. 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.

Translating the numbers at NN1 1JS into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 53.84 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 10 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.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN1 1JS. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Real-world download speeds at NN1 1JS average 173.73 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 53.84 Mbps. Latency sits at 10 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 74 speed tests run by local users.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN1 1JS, 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.

There are 2 cell towers within 1 km of NN1 1JS. A handful of towers serve this area. Within 2 km that count rises to 3. The nearest tower is 0.74 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

The average property price at NN1 1JS is £230,000. That is below the national average of £290,000. This is based on 2 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

860 crimes were reported near NN1 1JS in the most recent month. The level is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and shoplifting. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Progress Schools - Northamptonshire is the closest school at 0.18 miles. It is a Other independent special school school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN1 1JS 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 3.6 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits set by the World Health Organisation.

The LSOA covering NN1 1JS has a population of approximately 1410. Median age is 32. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 55.7 miles from NN1 1JS. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 57.1 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 58.3 miles.

Properties around NN1 1JS 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.

4G outdoor coverage at NN1 1JS 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 NN1 1JS: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 78/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN1 1JS falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Northampton, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN1 postcode area contains 720 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN1 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN1 1JS is close to the area average of 98%.

How does NN1 1JS compare to its neighbours? NN1 1JT (0.01 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN1 1JX (0.02 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 15.4% gigabit. NN1 1TY (0.03 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 6.1% gigabit. NN1 1LD (0.03 miles, Northampton) has 92.9% superfast coverage and 50% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN1 1JS, 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 NN1 1JS, a few things are worth highlighting. Where fixed broadband falls short, strong 4G coverage offers a practical backup.

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 NN1 1JS, 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.

This covers the key data for NN1 1JS. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Northampton hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.