NN1 postcode
Broadband in NN1 3EW
Northampton, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 22 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN1 3EW. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Real-World Speeds at NN1 3EW
Based on 101 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
346
Mbps
Upload
118
Mbps
Latency
10
ms
Tests
101
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cell Tower Coverage near NN1 3EW
Within 1 km
1
towers
Within 2 km
3
towers
Nearest Tower
0.8
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£295,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £240,000 | WILLIAM STREET | |
| £350,000 | WILLIAM STREET |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 1003
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Northampton International Academy | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| New Horizons Academy | Free schools alternative provision | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| The CE Academy | Academy alternative provision converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Bosworth Independent School | Other independent school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
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Flood risk
Zone 1
🟢
Very low flood risk
This postcode has no recorded flood risk from rivers or sea according to Environment Agency data.
Flood Zone
Zone 1
Risk Level
Very Low
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
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 031A
Population
2,542
Census 2021
Density
12559
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
32
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027155
Overall IMD Decile
2 / 10
Most deprived
Ranked
6,355
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 023A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 4 | 11,426 | Below average |
| Employment | 5 | 15,546 | Average |
| Education | 2 | 38 | Most deprived |
| Health | 2 | N/A | Most deprived |
| Crime | 2 | 1 | Most deprived |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
EV Solutions
6.6 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
7.8 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
7.8 mi
away
BP Pulse
8.2 mi
away
EV Charger
8.4 mi
away
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
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
LEICESTER TCE HEALTHCARE CTR
new patients
THE MOUNTS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
REGENT PHARMACY
new patients
LANGHAM PLACE SURGERY
new patients
MAPLE ACCESS PARTNERSHIP LLP
new patients
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Northampton is home to NN1 3EW. 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.
100% of premises at NN1 3EW can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Here is how the broadband at NN1 3EW maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 118.44 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 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.
Ookla Speedtest users at NN1 3EW see average downloads of 346.36 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 118.44 Mbps. Latency sits at 10 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 101 speed tests run by local users.
There are 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN1 3EW. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 3. The nearest tower is 0.83 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
House prices near NN1 3EW sit at £295,000 on average. This puts the area near the national benchmark. This is based on 2 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
In the latest month of data, 1003 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is higher than average for England and Wales. 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 3EW is Castle Academy. It is a Academy sponsor led school, 0.15 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN1 3EW 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 3EW has a population of approximately 2542. Median age is 32. That is close to the national median of 40.
Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 56.1 miles from NN1 3EW. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 57.5 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 58.7 miles.
The most common council tax band near NN1 3EW is 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 3EW 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 3EW: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 70/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
The local authority for NN1 3EW 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 3EW is close to the area average of 98%.
How does NN1 3EW compare to its neighbours? NN1 3EN (0.03 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN1 3BN (0.04 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN1 3BQ (0.05 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN1 3BP (0.05 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 94.1% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
Not every property at NN1 3EW gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. 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 3EW? Connectivity at NN1 3EW 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.
Numbers tell part of the story for NN1 3EW. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.
This covers the key data for NN1 3EW. 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.
Frequently asked questions about NN1 3EW
What are the broadband speeds available at NN1 3EW?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN1 3EW. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN1 3EW?
The average property price at NN1 3EW is £295,000, based on 2 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN1 3EW?
NN1 3EW has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN1 3EW area?
The nearest school is Castle Academy (Academy sponsor led), 0.15 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN1 3EW compare to other areas?
1003 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.
How suitable is NN1 3EW for remote working?
NN1 3EW scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN1 3EW?
4G outdoor coverage at NN1 3EW is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN1 3EW?
EPC data for NN1 3EW is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN1 3EW?
The most common council tax band near NN1 3EW is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN1 3EW?
GP surgery data for NN1 3EW is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN1 3EW?
The nearest train station to NN1 3EW is Ealing Broadway, 56.1 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.
Is NN1 3EW a suitable area for families?
NN1 3EW scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.
What is the air quality like at NN1 3EW?
Air quality at NN1 3EW is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.6 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN1 3EW?
EV charging data for NN1 3EW is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN1 3EW?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN1 3EWRemote Worker
40Based 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
70Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Northampton
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027155
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