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Broadband in NN6 0AQ

Overstone, West Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speed89% Gigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 15 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

89% Gigabit

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 15 March 2026

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near NN6 0AQ

Here's what you need to know about living near NN6 0AQ in Overstone. We've pulled together data from Ofcom, Land Registry, Police.uk, and other official sources to give you the full picture.

Internet access at NN6 0AQ is well above average. Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) covers 100% of premises, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 89%. Gigabit-capable connections are available to 89% of the area, making it a solid choice for digital households.

Availability is one thing — real-world speeds are another. Ookla Speedtest data shows an average download speed of 307 Mbps and upload of 263 Mbps, with 9ms latency. That lines up well with the Ofcom coverage figures. This is based on 13 speed tests in the area.

Every premises at NN6 0AQ meets the Universal Service Obligation for broadband. In fact, 89.3% of premises can access 300 Mbps or faster — well ahead of much of the country. Next Generation Access (fibre-based infrastructure) covers 100% of premises.

For mobile signal, the infrastructure is thin. There are 0 cell towers within 1km of NN6 0AQ and 2 within 2km. The nearest mast is 1.93 km away, which may affect indoor signal quality.

Property prices near NN6 0AQ average £415,250, based on 12 recorded transactions. That's well above the UK national average of around £290,000.

Crime figures show 53 reported incidents in this area over the last recorded month. That's moderate. Violent Crime was the most common category with 21 incidents, followed by anti social behaviour (13). Keep in mind that crime statistics vary month to month, so one snapshot doesn't tell the whole story.

There are 5 schools in the surrounding area. The nearest is Overstone Primary School (Community school), 0.23 miles away. Overstone Park School is also nearby at 0.64 miles.

Very Low flood risk here, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency. That's reassuring for anyone considering the area. Air quality is rated Good with PM2.5 at 3.5 µg/m³. Clean air is one less thing to worry about.

The local area has a population of 2,506 with a median age of 42. It's a rural area (292 people per km²). On the Index of Multiple Deprivation, this area scores decile 9 out of 10, making it one of the least deprived areas in England.

Getting around from NN6 0AQ requires some planning. The nearest train station is Northampton, 5.3 miles away. Wellingborough (6 mi) and Kettering (8 mi) are also within reach. For electric vehicle owners, there are 5 public charging points nearby, the closest being 3.27 miles away.

Council tax in West Northamptonshire falls most commonly in Band C.

Healthcare access is reasonable. The nearest GP surgery is MOULTON SURGERY, 1.6 miles away, with 5 practices in the wider area. Availability for new patients may be limited, so it is worth checking directly.

Mobile coverage is excellent, with 4G outdoor coverage at 100% and 5G reaching 98.5%.

Overall, NN6 0AQ looks like a solid option for families. Dig into the specific sections above for the full breakdown.

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)89%
89%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
TBC
Gigabit89%
89%
TBC

Speed Distribution at NN6 0AQ

30–300 Mbps (11%)
300+ Mbps (89%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN6 0AQ

Based on 13 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

307

Mbps

Upload

263

Mbps

Latency

9

ms

Tests

13

results

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

Digital Divide at NN6 0AQ

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

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

Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 0AQ

Within 1 km

0

towers

Within 2 km

2

towers

Nearest Tower

1.9

km away

Unknown

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

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Area suitability scores

NN6 0AQ

Remote Worker

70

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

Family

70

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.

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House prices

Average price

£415,250

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
£470,000SYWELL ROAD
£595,000SYWELL ROAD
£380,000SYWELL ROAD
£425,000SYWELL ROAD
£468,500SYWELL ROAD
£365,000SYWELL ROAD
£256,000SYWELL ROAD
£445,000SYWELL ROAD
£730,000SYWELL ROAD
£350,000SYWELL ROAD

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 53

violent crime40%21
anti social behaviour25%13
criminal damage arson9%5
public order8%4
other theft6%3
vehicle crime6%3
shoplifting4%2
drugs2%1
burglary2%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Overstone Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.2 mi
Overstone Park SchoolOther independent special schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
Sywell Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Northampton SchoolFree schoolsNot available★★★☆☆1.2 mi
Greenfields Specialist School for CommunicationAcademy special converterNot available★★★☆☆1.4 mi

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Flood risk

Zone 1

🟢

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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

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

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Northampton

5.3 mi

by road

🚂

Wellingborough

6.0 mi

by road

🚂

Kettering

8.0 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

MOULTON SURGERY

NN3 7QP·1.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

WOODVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 8AW·1.9 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

RILLWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 8HZ·2.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 5EN·2.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

MAYFIELD SURGERY

NN3 8DW·2.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)7.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)3.6 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

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

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

EV Solutions

Type 2

3.3 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

3.6 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

3.6 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

4.5 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

5.4 mi

away

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

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027018

Overall IMD Decile

9 / 10

Least deprived

Ranked

28,579

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 005B (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income929,090Least deprived
Employment1029,676Least deprived
Education87Above average
Health9-1Least deprived
Crime3N/ABelow average
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 003A

Population

2,506

Census 2021

Density

292

per km² · Suburban

Median Age

42

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)

Area info

Parish

Overstone

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027018

Frequently asked questions about NN6 0AQ

What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 0AQ?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN6 0AQ. Maximum download speeds reach 89% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 89%.

What is the average house price near NN6 0AQ?

The average property price near NN6 0AQ is £415,250 based on 12 recorded sales from HM Land Registry.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 0AQ?

NN6 0AQ 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 NN6 0AQ area?

The nearest school to NN6 0AQ is Overstone Primary School (Community school), 0.23 miles away. There are 10 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

How does crime rate in NN6 0AQ compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 53 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was violent crime.

How suitable is NN6 0AQ for remote working?

NN6 0AQ scores 70/100 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 NN6 0AQ?

4G outdoor coverage at NN6 0AQ 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 NN6 0AQ?

EPC data is not yet available for NN6 0AQ. 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 NN6 0AQ?

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 NN6 0AQ?

The nearest GP surgery to NN6 0AQ is MOULTON SURGERY, 1.6 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.

What transport links are available near NN6 0AQ?

The nearest train station to NN6 0AQ is Northampton, 5.3 miles away. Other nearby stations include Wellingborough (6 mi) and Kettering (8 mi).

Is NN6 0AQ a suitable area for families?

NN6 0AQ scores 70/100 for family suitability, rated very suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.

What is the air quality like at NN6 0AQ?

Air quality at NN6 0AQ 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 NN6 0AQ?

The nearest public EV charging point to NN6 0AQ is 3.27 miles away (EV Solutions, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 0AQ?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 89% of premises at NN6 0AQ. Gigabit coverage reaches 89%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.

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