Broadband in NN1 1UB

Looking at NN1 1UB in Northampton? Here is what the data says. From broadband coverage to crime rates, this is the full picture. All numbers are from official sources. The guide is updated as new data becomes available.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN1 1UB stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 40% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 40% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 40% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Translating the numbers at NN1 1UB 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 working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN1 1UB see average downloads of 173.73 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. 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.

There are 2 cell towers within 1 km of NN1 1UB. A handful of towers serve this area. Within 2 km that count rises to 3. The nearest tower is 0.64 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN1 1UB totalled 860 offences last month. This is a higher than average figure. 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 0.23 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 1UB 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 1UB has a population of approximately 1410. Median age is 32. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN1 1UB is Ealing Broadway, 55.7 miles away. 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 1UB 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 1UB 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 1UB: remote working 60/100, family 55/100, value 50/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.

NN1 1UB 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 1UB is close to the area average of 98%.

How does NN1 1UB compare to its neighbours? NN1 1TU (0.02 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 25% gigabit. NN1 1JB (0.02 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN1 1JA (0.03 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 45.2% gigabit. NN1 1DP (0.04 miles, Northampton) has 92.9% superfast coverage and 64.3% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN1 1UB, 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.

Pulling the data together for NN1 1UB, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN1 1UB 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. Northampton 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 NN1 1UB, 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.

NN1 1UB in Northampton: 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.