Broadband in NN5 4WQ

Thinking about Upton? This guide breaks down the key data for NN5 4WQ, from broadband speeds to schools, crime figures, and house prices. No guesswork, just the numbers.

Broadband here is strong. Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) covers 100% of premises, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Gigabit-capable connections are available to 100% of the area. That puts Upton ahead of many parts of the country.

Availability is one thing — real-world speeds are another. Ookla Speedtest data shows an average download speed of 360 Mbps and upload of 84 Mbps, with 15ms latency. That lines up well with the Ofcom coverage figures. This is based on 142 speed tests in the area.

Every premises at NN5 4WQ meets the Universal Service Obligation for broadband. In fact, 100% of premises can access 300 Mbps or faster — well ahead of much of the country. Next Generation Access (fibre-based infrastructure) covers 100% of premises.

There isn't enough recent sales data for NN5 4WQ to calculate a reliable average house price. This is common in areas with low turnover or predominantly non-residential properties.

Crime figures show 166 reported incidents in this area over the last recorded month. That's around average for an area of this size. Violent Crime was the most common category with 46 incidents, followed by anti social behaviour (33). Keep in mind that crime statistics vary month to month, so one snapshot doesn't tell the whole story.

Families will find 5 schools within reach of NN5 4WQ. The nearest is Upton Meadows Primary School (Academy converter), 0.29 miles away. Quinton House School is also nearby at 0.3 miles.

Very Low flood risk here, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency. That's reassuring for anyone considering the area. Air quality is rated Good with PM2.5 at 3.5 µg/m³. Clean air is one less thing to worry about.

The local area has a population of 1,555 with a median age of 32. It's a densely populated urban area (5868 people per km²). On the Index of Multiple Deprivation, this area scores decile 6 out of 10, making it less deprived than average. Crime deprivation is higher than most areas.

Transport connections are convenient. The nearest train station is Northampton, 1.6 miles away. Long Buckby (7.2 mi) and Wellingborough (12.2 mi) are also within reach. For electric vehicle owners, there are 5 public charging points nearby, the closest being 7.12 miles away.

Council tax in West Northamptonshire falls most commonly in Band C.

Healthcare access is good. The nearest GP surgery is ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, 0.6 miles away, with 5 practices in the wider area. Availability for new patients may be limited, so it is worth checking directly.

Mobile coverage is excellent, with 4G outdoor coverage at 100% and 5G reaching 98.5%.

Overall, NN5 4WQ has its strengths and trade-offs like any area. Dig into the specific sections above for the full breakdown.