Broadband in NN3 6AA

Looking at NN3 6AA 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.

100% of premises at NN3 6AA can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 25% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 25% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 25% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

What do the broadband speeds at NN3 6AA mean in practice? Upload speeds average 223.88 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 10 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.

Real-world download speeds at NN3 6AA average 406.65 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 223.88 Mbps. Latency sits at 10 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 19 speed tests run by local users.

There are 2 cell towers within 1 km of NN3 6AA. A handful of towers serve this area. Within 2 km that count rises to 7. The nearest tower is 0.15 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

Property at NN3 6AA averages £70,000, which is below the national average of £290,000. This is based on 1 recorded transaction from Land Registry data.

In the latest month of data, 359 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.

Kingsley Primary School is the closest school at 0.23 miles. It is a Academy converter school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN3 6AA 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 NN3 6AA has a population of approximately 1946. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN3 6AA is Ealing Broadway, 56.7 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 59.1 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN3 6AA 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 NN3 6AA 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 NN3 6AA: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 85/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN3 6AA falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Northampton, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN3 postcode area contains 1293 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN3 ranges from 25% to 100%. NN3 6AA is close to the area average of 100%.

How does NN3 6AA compare to its neighbours? NN3 2LG (0.06 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 2LE (0.09 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 6QH (0.09 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 2LF (0.12 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Not every property at NN3 6AA 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.

What does all of this mean for someone considering NN3 6AA? Where fixed broadband falls short, strong 4G coverage offers a practical backup.

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 NN3 6AA, 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 NN3 6AA. 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.