Broadband in NN2 6JA

Looking at NN2 6JA 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 6JA stands at 96.2%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 96.2% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 96.2% 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 broadband speeds break down across premises at NN2 6JA. 2% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 98% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

Here is how the broadband at NN2 6JA maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 34.45 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 sits at 18 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN2 6JA. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN2 6JA see average downloads of 85.8 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 34.45 Mbps. Latency sits at 18 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 9 speed tests run by local users.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN2 6JA, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 98% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

Within 2 km that count rises to 4. The nearest tower is 1.23 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

Property at NN2 6JA averages £362,500, which is above the UK average of around £290,000. This is based on 12 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN2 6JA totalled 834 offences last month. This is a higher than average figure. 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 0.19 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 6JA 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 6JA has a population of approximately 1378. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN2 6JA is Ealing Broadway, 56.5 miles away. 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 6JA 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 6JA 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 NN2 6JA: remote working 35/100, family 55/100, value 60/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN2 6JA 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 6JA is close to the area average of 99%.

How does NN2 6JA compare to its neighbours? NN2 6HZ (0.06 miles, Northampton) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN2 6EW (0.07 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 6EF (0.11 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 6EE (0.13 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 6JA has better superfast coverage than its immediate neighbours.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NN2 6JA, 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.

Looking at the overall picture for NN2 6JA, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at NN2 6JA 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 NN2 6JA, 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.

NN2 6JA 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.