NN6 postcode
Broadband in NN6 6EZ
Sulby, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 12 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
6% Gigabit
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Gigabit broadband (6% Gigabit) is available at NN6 6EZ. 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) | 6% | 6% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 6% | 6% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 6% | 6% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 6% | 6% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN6 6EZ
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN6 6EZ
Based on 42 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
37
Mbps
Upload
37
Mbps
Latency
17
ms
Tests
42
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN6 6EZ
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 6EZ
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: 2
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welford Sibbertoft and Sulby Endowed School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
| Husbands Bosworth Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, North Kilworth | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.9 mi |
| Naseby Church of England Primary Academy | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| Clipston Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School | Voluntary controlled school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.4 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
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 001B
Population
2,171
Census 2021
Density
49
per km² · Rural
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: E01027026
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
24,909
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 001B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 10 | 30,591 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 10 | 32,019 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 5 | Least deprived |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
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 (POLAR)
7.4 mi
away
Bp Pulse
10.6 mi
away
Bp Pulse
10.6 mi
away
MFG Kettering Lower Street
12.8 mi
away
Believ
12.9 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
HUSBANDS BOSWORTH MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE
new patients
HMP GARTREE
new patients
MARKET HARBOROUGH MED.CTR
new patients
MHBP CLINIC
new patients
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Looking at NN6 6EZ in Sulby? 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 broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN6 6EZ stands at 5.6%. That is below the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 5.6% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 5.6% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 6% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Looking at the full speed profile for NN6 6EZ gives a better picture of what to expect. 28.6% of connections fall in the below 2 Mbps range. 14.3% of connections fall in the 2 to 5 Mbps range. 14.3% of connections fall in the 5 to 10 Mbps range. 35.7% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 7.1% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. 43% of premises get less than 5 Mbps. That is not enough for reliable video calls or streaming.
Translating the numbers at NN6 6EZ into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 37.42 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency sits at 17 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.
Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN6 6EZ. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.
Real-world download speeds at NN6 6EZ average 36.97 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 37.42 Mbps. Latency sits at 17 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 42 speed tests run by local users.
22.2% of premises at NN6 6EZ fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Properties below the USO can request a connection from BT under the scheme. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 50% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.
The nearest tower is 3.12 km away.
In the latest month of data, 2 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was vehicle crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
Welford Sibbertoft and Sulby Endowed School is the closest school at 1.4 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 NN6 6EZ 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 NN6 6EZ has a population of approximately 2171. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
The nearest train station to NN6 6EZ is Ealing Broadway, 70.2 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 71.3 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 72.7 miles.
Properties around NN6 6EZ 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 NN6 6EZ 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 NN6 6EZ: remote working 20/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
NN6 6EZ falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Sulby, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN6 postcode area contains 1160 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN6 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN6 6EZ is below the area average of 89%.
How does NN6 6EZ compare to its neighbours? NN6 6FA (0.27 miles, Sulby) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN6 6EY (0.64 miles, Sulby) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN6 6JA (0.88 miles, Sulby) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN6 6HZ (0.93 miles, Sulby) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.
When choosing a broadband provider at NN6 6EZ, 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 NN6 6EZ, 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.
Data is a starting point for Sulby. 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.
NN6 6EZ in Sulby: 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 NN6 6EZ
What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 6EZ?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 5.6% of premises at NN6 6EZ. Maximum download speeds reach 6% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 5.6%.
What is the average house price near NN6 6EZ?
No recent house price data is available for NN6 6EZ.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 6EZ?
NN6 6EZ has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN6 6EZ area?
The nearest school is Welford Sibbertoft and Sulby Endowed School (Academy converter), 1.4 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN6 6EZ compare to other areas?
2 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is NN6 6EZ for remote working?
NN6 6EZ scores 20/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN6 6EZ?
4G outdoor coverage at NN6 6EZ is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN6 6EZ?
EPC data for NN6 6EZ is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN6 6EZ?
The most common council tax band near NN6 6EZ is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN6 6EZ?
GP surgery data for NN6 6EZ is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN6 6EZ?
The nearest train station to NN6 6EZ is Ealing Broadway, 70.2 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.
Is NN6 6EZ a suitable area for families?
NN6 6EZ scores 90/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at NN6 6EZ?
Air quality at NN6 6EZ 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 NN6 6EZ?
EV charging data for NN6 6EZ is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 6EZ?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 5.6% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN6 6EZRemote Worker
20Based 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
Sulby
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027026
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