NN3 postcode

Broadband in NN3 9EX

Northampton, West Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speed29% Gigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026

Flood Risk

Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

29% Gigabit

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 7 March 2026

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (29% Gigabit) is available at NN3 9EX. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)29%
29%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit29%
29%
900-1,000 Mbps

Real-World Speeds at NN3 9EX

Based on 5 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

11

Mbps

Upload

1

Mbps

Latency

14

ms

Tests

5

results

Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Cell Tower Coverage near NN3 9EX

Within 1 km

0

towers

Within 2 km

2

towers

Nearest Tower

2.0

km away

Unknown

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.6%

5G Outdoor

98.5%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 126

violent crime36%45
shoplifting17%21
anti social behaviour16%20
other theft7%9
burglary6%7
public order6%7
criminal damage arson6%7
vehicle crime3%4
drugs2%3
robbery1%1
other crime1%1
possession of weapons1%1

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Ecton Brook Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
St Andrew's Ceva Primary SchoolVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Standens Barn Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.0 mi
Cogenhoe Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.0 mi
Northampton AcademyAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆1.4 mi

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Flood risk

Zone 2

🟡

Flood risk: Low

This postcode is in Zone 2 — low risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Zone 2

Risk Level

Low

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3.6 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.4 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)4.4 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 026A

Population

1,769

Census 2021

Density

534

per km² · Urban

Median Age

38

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027140

Overall IMD Decile

1 / 10

Most deprived

Ranked

185

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 011A (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income1429Most deprived
Employment1400Most deprived
Education164Most deprived
Health11Most deprived
Crime11Most deprived
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

EV Solutions

Type 2

3.3 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

4.9 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

4.9 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

5.0 mi

away

🔋

Orla-alma

Type 22 pointsPod Point

6.1 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Council tax bands

Band distribution for West Northamptonshire

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire

A
8%£1,381
B
22%£1,611
C
27%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
12%£2,531
F
4%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 5EN·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

MAYFIELD SURGERY

NN3 8DW·1.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

DR ABBAS

NN3 8DW·1.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

RILLWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 8HZ·1.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

WOODVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 8AW·2.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

NHS website (NHS.uk find a GP) · Nearest 3 GP practicesFind a GP →

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Living near NN3 9EX

Looking at NN3 9EX 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 9EX can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 28.6% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 28.6% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 29% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

What do the broadband speeds at NN3 9EX mean in practice? Upload speeds average 1.29 Mbps. Video calls may drop quality under load. Consider wired connections for important meetings. 4K streaming is possible on one device at a time. HD streaming works across multiple devices. Latency is 14 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 9EX average 10.88 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 1.29 Mbps. Latency sits at 14 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 5 speed tests run by local users.

Within 2 km that count rises to 2. The nearest tower is 1.99 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN3 9EX totalled 126 offences last month. This is a higher than average figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include shoplifting and anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Ecton Brook Primary School is the closest school at 0.7 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 9EX is rated Low (Zone 2). Minor precautions may be worth considering. Check with insurers about any loading on premiums. 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 9EX has a population of approximately 1769. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 54.7 miles from NN3 9EX. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 55.5 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 57 miles.

Properties around NN3 9EX most commonly fall into council tax 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 9EX 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 9EX: remote working 40/100, family 50/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN3 9EX 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 9EX is close to the area average of 100%.

How does NN3 9EX compare to its neighbours? NN3 9ER (0.21 miles, Northampton) has 25% superfast coverage and 25% gigabit. NN3 9UE (0.21 miles, Northampton) has 75% superfast coverage and 37.5% gigabit. NN3 9UB (0.26 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 9BX (0.26 miles, Northampton) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN3 9EX has better superfast coverage than its immediate neighbours.

Not every property at NN3 9EX 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 9EX? 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.

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.

NN3 9EX 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.

Frequently asked questions about NN3 9EX

What are the broadband speeds available at NN3 9EX?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN3 9EX. Maximum download speeds reach 29% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 28.6%.

What is the average house price near NN3 9EX?

No recent house price data is available for NN3 9EX.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN3 9EX?

NN3 9EX has a Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the NN3 9EX area?

The nearest school is Ecton Brook Primary School (Academy converter), 0.7 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in NN3 9EX compare to other areas?

126 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.

How suitable is NN3 9EX for remote working?

NN3 9EX scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at NN3 9EX?

4G outdoor coverage at NN3 9EX is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN3 9EX?

EPC data for NN3 9EX is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at NN3 9EX?

The most common council tax band near NN3 9EX is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN3 9EX?

GP surgery data for NN3 9EX is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near NN3 9EX?

The nearest train station to NN3 9EX is Ealing Broadway, 54.7 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.

Is NN3 9EX a suitable area for families?

NN3 9EX scores 50/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.

What is the air quality like at NN3 9EX?

Air quality at NN3 9EX is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.6 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN3 9EX?

EV charging data for NN3 9EX is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN3 9EX?

Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 28.6% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.

Area suitability scores

NN3 9EX

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

50

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

50

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

Area info

Parish

Northampton

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027140

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