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Broadband in NN12 7AF

Towcester, West Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 7 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near NN12 7AF

What broadband is like here

NN12 7AF sits in Towcester, West Northamptonshire. Whether you're moving in or checking your options, here's the full picture of broadband and local living.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Maximum download speeds hit Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.

Key facts for movers

  • The average property price at NN12 7AF is £244,950, based on 10 recorded sales. This sits below the national average of around £290,000.
  • The nearest school to NN12 7AF is Sponne School (Academy converter), 0.44 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 54 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at NN12 7AF is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at NN12 7AF is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3.5 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)100%
100%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
TBC
Gigabit100%
100%
TBC

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

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Area suitability scores

NN12 7AF

Remote Worker

40

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

78

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

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House prices

Average price

£244,950

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
£315,000SURTEES WAY
£305,000SURTEES WAY
£252,500SURTEES WAY
£142,500SURTEES WAY
£130,000SURTEES WAY
£500,000SURTEES WAY
£280,000SURTEES WAY
£95,000SURTEES WAY
£322,000SURTEES WAY
£107,500SURTEES WAY

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 54

violent crime28%15
anti social behaviour26%14
other theft11%6
criminal damage arson11%6
drugs7%4
possession of weapons7%4
vehicle crime6%3
burglary2%1
public order2%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Sponne SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
Towcester Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.9 mi
Marie Weller Primary SchoolFree schoolsNot available★★★☆☆1.3 mi
Greens Norton Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.3 mi
Tiffield Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary SchoolVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.4 mi
The Gateway SchoolAcademy special converterNot available★★★☆☆1.7 mi
On Track Education SilverstoneOther independent special schoolNot available★★★☆☆2.8 mi
Paulerspury Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆2.9 mi
Pattishall Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary controlled schoolNot available★★★☆☆3.0 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

7.7 mi

by road

🚂

Wolverton

9.3 mi

by road

🚂

Long Buckby

11.6 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE

NN12 6HH·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

THE BROOK HEALTH CENTRE

NN12 6HD·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

THE PARKS MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN7 2NN·4.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

BUGBROOKE MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN7 3QN·5.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

DANES CAMP MEDICAL CENTRE

NN4 0NY·5.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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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)8.2 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)3 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

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

0.3 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

0.3 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 22 points

4.2 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

8.1 mi

away

🔋

Osprey

Type 2

9.2 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: E01027301

Overall IMD Decile

9 / 10

Least deprived

Ranked

28,968

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on South Northamptonshire 005D (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income929,129Least deprived
Employment1029,694Least deprived
Education86Above average
Health10-1Least deprived
Crime5N/AAverage
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 047D

Population

2,187

Census 2021

Density

2243

per km² · Dense urban

Median Age

34

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

Towcester

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027301

Frequently asked questions about NN12 7AF

What are the broadband speeds available at NN12 7AF?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN12 7AF. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price at NN12 7AF?

Based on 10 recorded transactions, the average property price at NN12 7AF is £244,950.

What schools are near NN12 7AF?

The nearest school is Sponne School (Academy converter), 0.44 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is NN12 7AF a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 54 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.

What is the flood risk at NN12 7AF?

NN12 7AF has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN12 7AF?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN12 7AF. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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