NN12 postcode
Broadband in NN12 6UP
Towcester, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 9 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN12 6UP. 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 NN12 6UP
What's NN12 6UP actually like? We checked Towcester's data across 15+ categories. Broadband speeds and real-world performance. House prices and recent sales. Crime rates and categories. Schools, flood risk, air quality, GP access, and transport links. Everything below comes from official public data. Updated regularly. Specific to this postcode wherever possible.
Internet coverage here is good. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Towcester beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Towcester 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.
Coverage tells you what's available. Speed tests show what people get. Average download at NN12 6UP: 307 Mbps. Upload: 132 Mbps. Latency: 8ms. 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. Low latency. Good for gaming and video calls. Data from 34 speed tests in this area.
Every premises at NN12 6UP 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.
Zero cell towers within 1km. One within 2km. Sparse tower coverage. Indoor signal may vary. Nearest mast: 1.02km. That distance affects signal. Tower data sourced from OpenStreetMap. More towers generally means better signal and more capacity. Fewer towers can mean congestion at peak times.
Homes here average £135,000. That's well below the UK average of £290,000. About 53% lower 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. Below £250k. Stamp duty savings for first-time buyers. A 10% deposit would be around £13,500.
Crime figures for this area: 60 in one month. Moderate crime levels here. Most common type: violent crime (20). Second: anti social behaviour (15). Third: criminal damage arson (7). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.
Five schools near NN12 6UP. Nearest: Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School. Distance: 0.19 miles. Type: Academy converter. Second nearest: Towcester Church of England Primary School (0.37 mi). Also: Sponne School (0.51 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: 1,503. Median age: 32. Urban area. 5416 people per km². Busy area. More noise and traffic. More shops and services within walking distance. Deprivation index: decile 7 out of 10. That's less deprived than average.
Nearest train station: Ealing Broadway. Distance: 51.2 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Finsbury Park (53.8 mi). And Richmond (54.3 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 0.67 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: BP Pulse.
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: TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE. Distance: 0.2 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Walking distance to your GP. Handy. 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: 70/100. Ticks the boxes for families. 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.
Towcester is a busy, built-up area. Expect shops, takeaways, and services on your doorstep. Parking can be tight. Noise levels higher than average. Public transport links tend to be better in denser areas.
All data on this page comes from official public sources. Ofcom publishes broadband stats yearly. Police.uk updates monthly. The Land Registry records every sale. We pull it together so you can see the full picture in one place.
Numbers only go so far. Visit NN12 6UP on a weekday morning and a Saturday afternoon. Check parking availability. Listen for traffic noise. Look at the condition of nearby properties. Talk to a neighbour if you can. First impressions matter when choosing a home.
That covers the key data for NN12 6UP. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.
| 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 NN12 6UP
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN12 6UP
Based on 34 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
307
Mbps
Upload
132
Mbps
Latency
8
ms
Tests
34
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN12 6UP
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 NN12 6UP
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
1
towers
Nearest Tower
1.0
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
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Area suitability scores
NN12 6UPRemote Worker
85Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
70Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
85Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£135,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £135,000 | CAERNARVON CLOSE |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 60
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Towcester Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Sponne School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Marie Weller Primary School | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Greens Norton Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
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Check Deals →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
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
51.2 mi
by road
Finsbury Park
53.8 mi
by road
Richmond
54.3 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
THE BROOK HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
THE PARKS MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
BUGBROOKE MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
DANES CAMP MEDICAL CENTRE
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
BP Pulse
0.7 mi
away
EV Charger
1.0 mi
away
Pod Point
4.3 mi
away
EV Charger
7.5 mi
away
Osprey
8.5 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027299
Overall IMD Decile
7 / 10
Above average
Ranked
21,291
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on South Northamptonshire 005C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 6 | 17,127 | Average |
| Employment | 5 | 16,012 | Average |
| Education | 4 | 21 | Below average |
| Health | 7 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 6 | N/A | Average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 047C
Population
1,503
Census 2021
Density
5416
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
32
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Towcester
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027299
Frequently asked questions about NN12 6UP
What are the broadband speeds available at NN12 6UP?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN12 6UP. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN12 6UP?
Average property price near NN12 6UP: £135,000. Based on 1 Land Registry sale.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN12 6UP?
NN12 6UP 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 NN12 6UP area?
The nearest school to NN12 6UP is Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary School (Academy converter), 0.19 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN12 6UP compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 60 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is NN12 6UP for remote working?
NN12 6UP 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 NN12 6UP?
4G outdoor coverage at NN12 6UP 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 NN12 6UP?
EPC data is not yet available for NN12 6UP. 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 NN12 6UP?
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 NN12 6UP?
The nearest GP surgery to NN12 6UP is TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.2 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN12 6UP?
The nearest train station to NN12 6UP is Ealing Broadway, 51.2 miles away. Other nearby stations include Finsbury Park (53.8 mi) and Richmond (54.3 mi).
Is NN12 6UP a suitable area for families?
NN12 6UP 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 NN12 6UP?
Air quality at NN12 6UP 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 NN12 6UP?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN12 6UP is 0.67 miles away (BP Pulse, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN12 6UP?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN12 6UP. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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