Broadband in NN14 4JW

This is the area guide for NN14 4JW, located in Thrapston (North Northamptonshire). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN14 4JW stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 17.4% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 17.4% 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.

Looking at the full speed profile for NN14 4JW gives a better picture of what to expect. 90.5% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 9.5% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

Translating the numbers at NN14 4JW into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 141.13 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 is 12 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.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN14 4JW. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Real-world download speeds at NN14 4JW average 247.48 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 141.13 Mbps. Latency sits at 12 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 69 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN14 4JW fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

The nearest tower is 8.65 km away.

The average property price at NN14 4JW is £390,000. That is above the UK average of around £290,000. This is based on 1 recorded transaction from Land Registry data.

28 crimes were reported near NN14 4JW in the most recent month. The level is moderate. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include other theft and vehicle crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Thrapston Primary School is the closest school at 0.36 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 NN14 4JW is rated Medium (Zone 3a). Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed. 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 NN14 4JW has a population of approximately 1537. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.

Finsbury Park station is the closest rail link at 60.2 miles from NN14 4JW. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 61.6 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 62.2 miles.

Properties around NN14 4JW most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (28%), B (25%), D (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

4G outdoor coverage at NN14 4JW reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.5%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 96.2%. 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 NN14 4JW: remote working 40/100, family 75/100, value 60/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN14 4JW falls within the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Thrapston, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN14 postcode area contains 1190 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN14 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN14 4JW is above the area average of 94%.

How does NN14 4JW compare to its neighbours? NN14 4JJ (0.05 miles, Thrapston) has 100% superfast coverage and 33.3% gigabit. NN14 4PS (0.05 miles, Thrapston) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN14 4LR (0.08 miles, Thrapston) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN14 4QF (0.09 miles, Thrapston) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN14 4JW, 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.

Pulling the data together for NN14 4JW, here is what stands out. 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.

Before making a decision about NN14 4JW, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

NN14 4JW in Thrapston: 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.