Broadband in NN1 2AQ

Looking at NN1 2AQ 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.

100% of premises at NN1 2AQ can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 25% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 25% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 25% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Here is how the broadband at NN1 2AQ maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 123.38 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 13 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.

Real-world download speeds at NN1 2AQ average 178.53 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 123.38 Mbps. Latency sits at 13 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 32 speed tests run by local users.

There are 2 cell towers within 1 km of NN1 2AQ. A handful of towers serve this area. Within 2 km that count rises to 3. The nearest tower is 0.78 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

The average property price at NN1 2AQ is £305,000. That is roughly in line with UK averages. This is based on 1 recorded transaction from Land Registry data.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN1 2AQ 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.

The nearest school to NN1 2AQ is Progress Schools - Northamptonshire. It is a Other independent special school school, 0.13 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN1 2AQ 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 2AQ 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 55.8 miles from NN1 2AQ. 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 2AQ 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.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN1 2AQ is available across 100% of the area. 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 2AQ: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 60/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for NN1 2AQ is West Northamptonshire. 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 2AQ is close to the area average of 98%.

How does NN1 2AQ compare to its neighbours? NN1 1EZ (0.02 miles, Northampton) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN1 2AA (0.03 miles, Northampton) has 97.8% superfast coverage and 88.9% gigabit. NN1 1JF (0.04 miles, Northampton) has 96.2% superfast coverage and 88.5% gigabit. NN1 2BA (0.05 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN1 2AQ has better superfast coverage than its immediate neighbours.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN1 2AQ, 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.

What does all of this mean for someone considering NN1 2AQ? 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.

Data is a starting point for Northampton. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

NN1 2AQ 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.