NN12 postcode
Broadband in NN12 8TN
Silverstone, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 15 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
17% Gigabit
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Gigabit broadband (17% Gigabit) is available at NN12 8TN. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 83% | 83% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 83% | 83% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 17% | 17% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 17% | 17% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Real-World Speeds at NN12 8TN
Based on 6 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
87
Mbps
Upload
76
Mbps
Latency
19
ms
Tests
6
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cell Tower Coverage near NN12 8TN
Within 1 km
1
towers
Within 2 km
1
towers
Nearest Tower
0.2
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 10
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverstone UTC | University technical college | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Silverstone Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| Whittlebury Church of England Primary School | Voluntary controlled school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.6 mi |
| On Track Education Silverstone | Other independent special school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Syresham St James CofE Primary School and Nursery | Voluntary controlled school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.5 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
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
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 049B
Population
2,835
Census 2021
Density
374
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027295
Overall IMD Decile
10 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
31,928
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on South Northamptonshire 007B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 29,343 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 9 | 28,252 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 5 | Least deprived |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
BP Pulse
4.2 mi
away
EV Charger
4.4 mi
away
Pod Point
5.4 mi
away
Osprey
5.4 mi
away
Osprey
5.4 mi
away
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
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
THE BROOK HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
THE SWAN PRACTICE
new patients
BRACKLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
SOUTH NORTHANTS EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
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Looking at NN12 8TN in Silverstone? 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 83.3%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Most properties here can get a decent connection. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 16.7% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 16.7% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 17% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Here is how the broadband at NN12 8TN maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 75.88 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. HD streaming works on one or two devices. 4K may buffer during peak hours. Latency sits at 19 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
Ookla Speedtest users at NN12 8TN see average downloads of 86.84 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 75.88 Mbps. Latency sits at 19 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 6 speed tests run by local users.
There are 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN12 8TN. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 1. The nearest tower is 0.23 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
10 crimes were reported near NN12 8TN in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was vehicle crime. Other frequent types include violent crime and drugs. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
Silverstone UTC is the closest school at 0.24 miles. It is a University technical college school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN12 8TN 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 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits set by the World Health Organisation.
The LSOA covering NN12 8TN has a population of approximately 2835. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
The nearest train station to NN12 8TN is Ealing Broadway, 49.4 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Richmond is the next closest at 52.4 miles. Finsbury Park offers another option at 52.6 miles.
The most common council tax band near NN12 8TN 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 NN12 8TN 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 NN12 8TN: remote working 35/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
NN12 8TN falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Silverstone, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN12 postcode area contains 758 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN12 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN12 8TN is close to the area average of 88%.
How does NN12 8TN compare to its neighbours? NN12 8GX (0.04 miles, Silverstone) has 97.8% superfast coverage and 55.6% gigabit. NN12 8TL (0.18 miles, Silverstone) has 48.5% superfast coverage and 3% gigabit. NN12 8TJ (0.25 miles, Syresham) has 100% superfast coverage and 8.7% gigabit. NN12 8GZ (0.33 miles, Lillingstone Dayrell with Luffield Abbey) has 80% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
When choosing a broadband provider at NN12 8TN, 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 NN12 8TN, a few things are worth highlighting. 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.
Numbers tell part of the story for NN12 8TN. 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.
That is the full data picture for NN12 8TN in Silverstone. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.
Frequently asked questions about NN12 8TN
What are the broadband speeds available at NN12 8TN?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 83.3% of premises at NN12 8TN. Maximum download speeds reach 17% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 16.7%.
What is the average house price near NN12 8TN?
No recent house price data is available for NN12 8TN.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN12 8TN?
NN12 8TN has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN12 8TN area?
The nearest school is Silverstone UTC (University technical college), 0.24 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN12 8TN compare to other areas?
10 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is NN12 8TN for remote working?
NN12 8TN scores 35/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN12 8TN?
4G outdoor coverage at NN12 8TN is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN12 8TN?
EPC data for NN12 8TN is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN12 8TN?
The most common council tax band near NN12 8TN is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN12 8TN?
GP surgery data for NN12 8TN is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN12 8TN?
The nearest train station to NN12 8TN is Ealing Broadway, 49.4 miles away. Richmond is also nearby.
Is NN12 8TN a suitable area for families?
NN12 8TN scores 90/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at NN12 8TN?
Air quality at NN12 8TN is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN12 8TN?
EV charging data for NN12 8TN is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN12 8TN?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 16.7% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN12 8TNRemote Worker
35Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
90Based 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.
Map
Area info
Parish
Silverstone
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027295
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