Broadband in NN1 2DN

This is the area guide for NN1 2DN, located in Northampton (West Northamptonshire). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.

Superfast coverage here stands at 100%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Coverage at this postcode is strong. The maximum download speed recorded is Superfast (30Mbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Translating the numbers at NN1 2DN into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 58.34 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency is 12 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 2DN average 156.71 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 58.34 Mbps. Latency sits at 12 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 76 speed tests run by local users.

There are 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN1 2DN. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 3. The nearest tower is 0.61 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

Property at NN1 2DN averages £860,000, which is above the UK average of around £290,000. This is based on 1 recorded transaction from Land Registry data.

810 crimes were reported near NN1 2DN 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 other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN1 2DN is New Horizons Academy. It is a Free schools alternative provision school, 0.19 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN1 2DN 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 2DN has a population of approximately 1498. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 55.9 miles from NN1 2DN. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 57.3 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 58.4 miles.

Properties around NN1 2DN 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 2DN 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 2DN: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 35/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN1 2DN 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 2DN is close to the area average of 98%.

How does NN1 2DN compare to its neighbours? NN1 2EA (0.02 miles, Northampton) has 90% superfast coverage and 30% gigabit. NN1 2EU (0.03 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 87.5% gigabit. NN1 2BY (0.03 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN1 2FT (0.04 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN1 2DN, 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 2DN, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at NN1 2DN 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 2DN, 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 2DN 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.