NN5 postcode
Broadband in NN5 7HQ
Northampton, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 17 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN5 7HQ. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN5 7HQ
Considering Northampton? NN5 7HQ sits in the West Northamptonshire area. We've gathered broadband, property, crime, school, and environmental data for this exact postcode. Ookla speed tests, Land Registry prices, Ofcom coverage stats, Police.uk crime figures. All from verified government sources. No estimates, no guesswork. Just the numbers that matter when choosing where to live.
Broadband at NN5 7HQ is solid. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Northampton beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Northampton ahead of most UK postcodes. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 100% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.
Ofcom data covers availability. Ookla measures real performance. Average download at NN5 7HQ: 287 Mbps. Upload: 184 Mbps. Latency: 11ms. Well above the UK average of around 70 Mbps. 4K streaming on multiple devices at once. No problem. Large file downloads finish in minutes, not hours. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Data from 35 speed tests in this area.
Every premises at NN5 7HQ meets the broadband USO. 100% can get 300 Mbps or faster. That's a strong position for the area. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Homes here average £430,000. That's well above the UK average of £290,000. About 48% higher than the national figure. Based on one Land Registry transaction. Few sales on record. Prices may not reflect current market values. Check Rightmove for current asking prices nearby.
Crime figures for this area: 436 in one month. That's higher than most areas. Urban centres tend to record more incidents. Most common type: violent crime (128). Second: anti social behaviour (114). Third: shoplifting (57). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. One month is a snapshot. Look at trends over time.
Five schools near NN5 7HQ. Nearest: St Mary's Catholic Primary School. Distance: 0.08 miles. Type: Academy converter. Second nearest: Kings Heath Primary Academy (0.29 mi). Also: Camrose Early Years Centre for Children & Families (0.4 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.
Flood risk: Very Low. Zone: Zone 1. Lowest category. Unlikely to flood. Insurance shouldn't be affected. Air quality: Good. PM2.5: 3.5 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines. Clean air here. No concerns. Good for asthma sufferers and young children.
Local population: 1,750. Median age: 34. Suburban area. 3024 people per km². Mix of residential and local shops. Quieter than city centres. Busier than countryside. Deprivation index: decile 2 out of 10. That's more deprived than average. Income deprivation is high in this area. Education deprivation is a concern. Crime deprivation ranks poorly. Health outcomes trail the national average.
Nearest train station: Ealing Broadway. Distance: 57.1 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Finsbury Park (58.6 mi). And London Paddington (59.7 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 7.57 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: EV Solutions.
Council tax: mostly Band C. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: QUEENSVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE. Distance: 0.7 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Close enough for a quick trip. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 98.5%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 5G is widely available here. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Remote working score: 85/100. Good setup for working from home. Family score: 55/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.
A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
Northampton has a suburban feel. Residential streets with local shops nearby. Garden space is common. Traffic is moderate. Good balance between access and quiet.
Every figure on this page has a source. Ofcom for broadband. Police.uk for crime. Land Registry for house prices. ONS for demographics. Environment Agency for flood risk. Ookla for real speed tests. We don't estimate or interpolate. If the data isn't available, we say so.
Before committing to NN5 7HQ, visit at different times. Morning rush hour tells you about traffic and parking. Evening shows you noise levels. Weekends reveal how busy local shops and parks get. Check the walk to the nearest school or station yourself.
NN5 7HQ has its strengths and weak spots like anywhere. Use the data above as your starting point. Check providers and schools directly. Visit the area on a weekday and a weekend. Numbers only tell part of the story. The feel of a place matters too. We update these figures regularly as new data is released.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN5 7HQ
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN5 7HQ
Based on 35 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
287
Mbps
Upload
184
Mbps
Latency
11
ms
Tests
35
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN5 7HQ
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near NN5 7HQ
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Area suitability scores
NN5 7HQRemote Worker
85Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£430,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £430,000 | THE BARTONS CLOSE |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 436
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Kings Heath Primary Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Camrose Early Years Centre for Children & Families | Local authority nursery school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Earl Spencer Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Chiltern Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
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Zone 1
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Very low flood risk
This postcode has no recorded flood risk from rivers or sea according to Environment Agency data.
Flood Zone
Zone 1
Risk Level
Very Low
Council tax bands
Band distribution for West Northamptonshire
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire
Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Ealing Broadway
57.1 mi
by road
Finsbury Park
58.6 mi
by road
London Paddington
59.7 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
QUEENSVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
PRIMARY CARE EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
new patients
LEICESTER TCE HEALTHCARE CTR
new patients
LANGHAM PLACE SURGERY
new patients
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Good air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
EV Solutions
7.6 mi
away
EV Charger
8.4 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.6 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
8.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
8.6 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027242
Overall IMD Decile
2 / 10
Most deprived
Ranked
3,314
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 017C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 2 | 4,193 | Most deprived |
| Employment | 2 | 5,252 | Most deprived |
| Education | 1 | 79 | Most deprived |
| Health | 3 | N/A | Below average |
| Crime | 2 | N/A | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 021C
Population
1,750
Census 2021
Density
3024
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Northampton
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027242
Frequently asked questions about NN5 7HQ
What are the broadband speeds available at NN5 7HQ?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN5 7HQ. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN5 7HQ?
Average property price near NN5 7HQ: £430,000. Based on 1 Land Registry sale.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN5 7HQ?
NN5 7HQ has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency. This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
What schools are nearby in the NN5 7HQ area?
The nearest school to NN5 7HQ is St Mary's Catholic Primary School (Academy converter), 0.08 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN5 7HQ compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 436 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is NN5 7HQ for remote working?
NN5 7HQ scores 85/100 for remote working suitability, making it well suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at NN5 7HQ?
4G outdoor coverage at NN5 7HQ is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 98.5%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near NN5 7HQ?
EPC data is not yet available for NN5 7HQ. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN5 7HQ?
The most common council tax band in West Northamptonshire is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £2071 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN5 7HQ?
The nearest GP surgery to NN5 7HQ is QUEENSVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.7 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN5 7HQ?
The nearest train station to NN5 7HQ is Ealing Broadway, 57.1 miles away. Other nearby stations include Finsbury Park (58.6 mi) and London Paddington (59.7 mi).
Is NN5 7HQ a suitable area for families?
NN5 7HQ scores 55/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at NN5 7HQ?
Air quality at NN5 7HQ is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.5 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits set by the WHO.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN5 7HQ?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN5 7HQ is 7.57 miles away (EV Solutions, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN5 7HQ?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN5 7HQ. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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