Broadband in NN2 6AF

Looking at NN2 6AF 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.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN2 6AF stands at 50%. That is below the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 50% of properties. Over half of premises have access to faster tiers. Gigabit-capable connections cover 50% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 50% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Translating the numbers at NN2 6AF into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 54.93 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 working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

Real-world download speeds at NN2 6AF average 342.16 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 54.93 Mbps. Latency sits at 13 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 38 speed tests run by local users.

Within 2 km that count rises to 3. The nearest tower is 1.31 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

House prices near NN2 6AF sit at £737,500 on average. This puts the area above the national benchmark. This is based on 2 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

In the latest month of data, 947 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.

Bosworth Independent School is the closest school at 0.07 miles. It is a Other independent school school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN2 6AF 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 NN2 6AF has a population of approximately 2274. Median age is 32. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 56.5 miles from NN2 6AF. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 57.8 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 59 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN2 6AF 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 NN2 6AF 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. Strong 4G coverage combined with limited fixed broadband means 4G home broadband could be a practical alternative here.

Suitability scores for NN2 6AF: remote working 50/100, family 55/100, value 35/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN2 6AF falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Northampton, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN2 postcode area contains 726 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN2 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN2 6AF is below the area average of 99%.

How does NN2 6AF compare to its neighbours? NN2 6AG (0.03 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 6AW (0.05 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 6AA (0.05 miles, Northampton) has 97.1% superfast coverage and 97.1% gigabit. NN2 6AQ (0.07 miles, Northampton) has 94.4% superfast coverage and 94.4% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NN2 6AF, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. 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.

Pulling the data together for NN2 6AF, here is what stands out. 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 NN2 6AF, 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.

This covers the key data for NN2 6AF. 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.