Broadband in NN2 6JW

This is the area guide for NN2 6JW, located in Northampton (West Northamptonshire). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN2 6JW stands at 100%. That is above 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 6JW into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 191.28 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 7 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.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN2 6JW see average downloads of 484.83 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 191.28 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 30 speed tests run by local users.

Within 2 km that count rises to 4. The nearest tower is 1.46 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

658 crimes were reported near NN2 6JW in the most recent month. The level is higher than average. 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 NN2 6JW is Malcolm Arnold Academy. It is a Academy sponsor led school, 0.08 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN2 6JW 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 6JW has a population of approximately 1330. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 56.8 miles from NN2 6JW. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 58 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 59.3 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN2 6JW 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.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN2 6JW is available across 100% of the area. 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 6JW: remote working 70/100, family 55/100, value 50/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.

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

How does NN2 6JW compare to its neighbours? NN2 6JN (0.05 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 97.2% gigabit. NN2 6LD (0.09 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 6FJ (0.1 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 6JP (0.11 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Not every property at NN2 6JW 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.

Pulling the data together for NN2 6JW, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN2 6JW 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.

Data is a starting point for Northampton. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

This covers the key data for NN2 6JW. 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.