NN1 postcode
Broadband in NN1 4AU
Northampton, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 20 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 4AU. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN1 4AU
Considering Northampton? NN1 4AU sits in the West Northamptonshire area. We've gathered broadband, property, crime, school, and environmental data for this exact postcode. Ookla speed tests, Land Registry prices, Ofcom coverage stats, Police.uk crime figures. All from verified government sources. No estimates, no guesswork. Just the numbers that matter when choosing where to live.
Broadband at NN1 4AU is solid. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Northampton beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Northampton ahead of most UK postcodes. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 100% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.
Ofcom data covers availability. Ookla measures real performance. Average download at NN1 4AU: 399 Mbps. Upload: 177 Mbps. Latency: 12ms. Well above the UK average of around 70 Mbps. 4K streaming on multiple devices at once. No problem. Large file downloads finish in minutes, not hours. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Data from 171 speed tests in this area.
Two cell towers within 1km. Three within 2km. Sparse tower coverage. Indoor signal may vary. Nearest mast: just 0.26km away. Tower data sourced from OpenStreetMap. More towers generally means better signal and more capacity. Fewer towers can mean congestion at peak times.
Limited house price data for NN1 4AU. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.
Police.uk data: 933 incidents last month. That's higher than most areas. Urban centres tend to record more incidents. Most common type: violent crime (280). Second: anti social behaviour (189). Third: shoplifting (117). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.
Five schools near NN1 4AU. Nearest: The CE Academy. Distance: 0.24 miles. Type: Academy alternative provision converter. Second nearest: Progress Schools - Northamptonshire (0.3 mi). Also: Vernon Terrace Primary School (0.42 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.
Flood risk: Very Low. Zone: Zone 1. Lowest category. Unlikely to flood. Insurance shouldn't be affected. Air quality: Good. PM2.5: 3.6 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines. Clean air here. No concerns. Good for asthma sufferers and young children.
Local population: 1,882. Median age: 32. Urban area. 13941 people per km². Busy area. More noise and traffic. More shops and services within walking distance. Deprivation index: decile 3 out of 10. That's more deprived than average. Education deprivation is a concern. Crime deprivation ranks poorly. Health outcomes trail the national average. Living environment quality is lower than average.
Nearest train station: Ealing Broadway. Distance: 55.9 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Finsbury Park (57.2 mi). And London Paddington (58.4 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 6.3 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: EV Solutions.
Council tax: mostly Band C. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: CGL SERVICES. Distance: 0.4 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Walking distance to your GP. Handy. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 98.5%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 5G is widely available here. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Remote working score: 85/100. Good setup for working from home. Family score: 55/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.
A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
Northampton is a busy, built-up area. Expect shops, takeaways, and services on your doorstep. Parking can be tight. Noise levels higher than average. Public transport links tend to be better in denser areas.
Every figure on this page has a source. Ofcom for broadband. Police.uk for crime. Land Registry for house prices. ONS for demographics. Environment Agency for flood risk. Ookla for real speed tests. We don't estimate or interpolate. If the data isn't available, we say so.
Before committing to NN1 4AU, visit at different times. Morning rush hour tells you about traffic and parking. Evening shows you noise levels. Weekends reveal how busy local shops and parks get. Check the walk to the nearest school or station yourself.
That covers the key data for NN1 4AU. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.
| 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 4AU
Based on 171 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
399
Mbps
Upload
177
Mbps
Latency
12
ms
Tests
171
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near NN1 4AU
Within 1 km
2
towers
Within 2 km
3
towers
Nearest Tower
0.3
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
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Area suitability scores
NN1 4AURemote Worker
85Based 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
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 933
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The CE Academy | Academy alternative provision converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Progress Schools - Northamptonshire | Other independent special school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Vernon Terrace Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Stimpson Avenue Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| WiEducate LTD | Special post 16 institution | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
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Zone 1
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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
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
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Ealing Broadway
55.9 mi
by road
Finsbury Park
57.2 mi
by road
London Paddington
58.4 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
CGL SERVICES
new patients
THE MOUNTS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
MAPLE ACCESS PARTNERSHIP LLP
new patients
(FRACTURE CLINIC) NORTH OOH
new patients
REGENT PHARMACY
new patients
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
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
EV Solutions
6.3 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
7.5 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
7.5 mi
away
BP Pulse
7.9 mi
away
EV Charger
8.6 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027227
Overall IMD Decile
3 / 10
Below average
Ranked
8,524
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 023C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 4 | 12,005 | Below average |
| Employment | 5 | 16,159 | Average |
| Education | 3 | 27 | Below average |
| Health | 3 | N/A | Below average |
| Crime | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 031C
Population
1,882
Census 2021
Density
13941
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
32
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Northampton
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027227
Frequently asked questions about NN1 4AU
What are the broadband speeds available at NN1 4AU?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN1 4AU. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN1 4AU?
No recent house price data for NN1 4AU. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN1 4AU?
NN1 4AU has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency. This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
What schools are nearby in the NN1 4AU area?
The nearest school to NN1 4AU is The CE Academy (Academy alternative provision converter), 0.24 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN1 4AU compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 933 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is NN1 4AU for remote working?
NN1 4AU scores 85/100 for remote working suitability, making it well suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at NN1 4AU?
4G outdoor coverage at NN1 4AU is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 98.5%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near NN1 4AU?
EPC data is not yet available for NN1 4AU. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN1 4AU?
The most common council tax band in West Northamptonshire is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £2071 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN1 4AU?
The nearest GP surgery to NN1 4AU is CGL SERVICES, 0.4 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN1 4AU?
The nearest train station to NN1 4AU is Ealing Broadway, 55.9 miles away. Other nearby stations include Finsbury Park (57.2 mi) and London Paddington (58.4 mi).
Is NN1 4AU a suitable area for families?
NN1 4AU scores 55/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at NN1 4AU?
Air quality at NN1 4AU is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.6 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits set by the WHO.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN1 4AU?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN1 4AU is 6.3 miles away (EV Solutions, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN1 4AU?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN1 4AU. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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