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Broadband in NN1 5NJ

Northampton, West Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 12 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 12 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near NN1 5NJ

What broadband is like here

Thinking about Northampton? NN1 5NJ has 100% superfast broadband availability. But there's more to a postcode than download speeds.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Maximum download speeds hit Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.

Key facts for movers

  • The average property price at NN1 5NJ is £152,321, based on 14 recorded sales. This sits below the national average of around £290,000.
  • The nearest school to NN1 5NJ is WiEducate LTD (Special post 16 institution), 0.16 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 776 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at NN1 5NJ is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at NN1 5NJ is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.6 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)100%
100%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
TBC
Gigabit100%
100%
TBC

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.6%

5G Outdoor

98.5%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

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Area suitability scores

NN1 5NJ

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

55

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

85

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

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House prices

Average price

£152,321

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
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Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 776

violent crime33%255
anti social behaviour19%151
other theft7%54
shoplifting7%54
public order7%53
criminal damage arson7%52
drugs6%43
vehicle crime5%39
robbery3%23
burglary2%17
possession of weapons2%17
theft from the person1%9
other crime1%7
bicycle theft0%2

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
WiEducate LTDSpecial post 16 institutionNot available★★★☆☆0.2 mi
Vernon Terrace Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
Progress Schools - NorthamptonshireOther independent special schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
St Andrew's CollegeOther independent schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
New Horizons AcademyFree schools alternative provisionNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Barry Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Castle AcademyAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
The CE AcademyAcademy alternative provision converterNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Spring Lane Primary SchoolAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Stimpson Avenue AcademyAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.8 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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

Council tax bands

Band distribution for West Northamptonshire

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire

A
8%£1,381
B
22%£1,611
C
27%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
12%£2,531
F
4%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Northampton

1.0 mi

by road

🚂

Long Buckby

9.5 mi

by road

🚂

Wellingborough

10.0 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

(FRACTURE CLINIC) NORTH OOH

NN1 5BD·0.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

NORTHAMPTON EXTENDED ACCESS

NN1 5BU·0.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

MAPLE ACCESS PARTNERSHIP LLP

NN1 1LG·0.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

CGL SERVICES

NN1 5BA·0.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

ST. ANDREWS HEALTH CARE - BCSS INPATIENT UNIT

NN1 5DG·0.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3.6 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.4 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)4.4 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

EV Solutions

Type 2

6.5 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

7.8 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

7.8 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

8.1 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

8.1 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 034E

Population

2,076

Census 2021

Density

4514

per km² · Dense urban

Median Age

34

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Area info

Parish

Northampton

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01035418

Frequently asked questions about NN1 5NJ

What are the broadband speeds available at NN1 5NJ?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN1 5NJ. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price at NN1 5NJ?

Based on 14 recorded transactions, the average property price at NN1 5NJ is £152,321.

What schools are near NN1 5NJ?

The nearest school is WiEducate LTD (Special post 16 institution), 0.16 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is NN1 5NJ a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 776 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.

What is the flood risk at NN1 5NJ?

NN1 5NJ has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN1 5NJ?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN1 5NJ. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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