Broadband in NN3 6WD

Looking at NN3 6WD 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 coverage here stands at 50%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Some properties may struggle with speed. 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.

What do the broadband speeds at NN3 6WD mean in practice? Upload speeds average 260.91 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.

Real-world download speeds at NN3 6WD average 251.97 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 260.91 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 1 speed tests run by local users.

There are 3 cell towers within 1 km of NN3 6WD. A handful of towers serve this area. Within 2 km that count rises to 11. The nearest tower is 0.73 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

In the latest month of data, 99 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 criminal damage arson. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

University of Northampton is the closest school at 0.37 miles. It is a Higher education institutions school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN3 6WD 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 6WD has a population of approximately 1517. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN3 6WD is Ealing Broadway, 57.6 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 58.6 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 60 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN3 6WD 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 6WD 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. Strong 4G coverage combined with limited fixed broadband means 4G home broadband could be a practical alternative here.

Suitability scores for NN3 6WD: remote working 50/100, family 55/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN3 6WD 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 6WD is below the area average of 100%.

How does NN3 6WD compare to its neighbours? NN3 6JA (0.09 miles, Northampton) has 75% superfast coverage and 75% gigabit. NN3 6NW (0.12 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 6RZ (0.14 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 6FW (0.15 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN3 6WD, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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 NN3 6WD, a few things are worth highlighting. 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.

Numbers tell part of the story for NN3 6WD. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

This covers the key data for NN3 6WD. 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.