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Broadband in NN5 4XY

Upton, West Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 19 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 19 March 2026

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Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near NN5 4XY

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

Broadband coverage at NN5 4XY is mixed. Superfast reaches 92% of premises, with ultrafast at 92%. Some properties may find speeds more limited than others. Gigabit-capable connections are available to 92% of the area, which is ideal for anyone working from home or streaming.

Beyond the headline figures, here's what residents actually get. Ookla Speedtest data shows an average download speed of 216 Mbps and upload of 121 Mbps, with 11ms latency. That lines up well with the Ofcom coverage figures.

Every premises at NN5 4XY meets the Universal Service Obligation for broadband. In fact, 92.3% of premises can access 300 Mbps or faster — well ahead of much of the country. Next Generation Access (fibre-based infrastructure) covers 92.3% of premises.

Property prices near NN5 4XY average £532,442, based on 13 recorded transactions. That's well above the UK national average of around £290,000.

Crime figures show 90 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 28 incidents, followed by anti social behaviour (18). It's always worth checking the latest figures before making a decision about moving.

There are 5 schools in the surrounding area. The nearest is Quinton House School (Other independent school), 0.27 miles away. Upton Meadows Primary School is also nearby at 0.41 miles.

Flood risk at NN5 4XY is rated Very Low (Zone 1). That's reassuring for anyone considering the area. Air quality is rated Good with PM2.5 at 3.5 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.

The local area has a population of 2,371 with a median age of 38. It's a semi-rural area (875 people per km²). On the Index of Multiple Deprivation, this area scores decile 5 out of 10, making it around average on the deprivation scale. Education deprivation is a notable concern here.

Transport connections are convenient. The nearest train station is Northampton, 1.9 miles away. Long Buckby (7.3 mi) and Wellingborough (12.6 mi) are also within reach. For electric vehicle owners, there are 5 public charging points nearby, the closest being 6.65 miles away.

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

Healthcare access is reasonable. The nearest GP surgery is ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, 1.1 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 4XY has its strengths and trade-offs like any area. Dig into the specific sections above for the full breakdown.

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)92%
92%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)92%
92%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)92%
92%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
TBC
Gigabit92%
92%
TBC

Speed Distribution at NN5 4XY

10–30 Mbps (8%)
300+ Mbps (92%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN5 4XY

Based on 8 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

216

Mbps

Upload

121

Mbps

Latency

11

ms

Tests

8

results

Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Digital Divide at NN5 4XY

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)8%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage92%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

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

Cell Tower Coverage near NN5 4XY

No cell towers found within 2 km. Mobile signal may be weak in this area.

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

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Area suitability scores

NN5 4XY

Remote Worker

35

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

55

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

35

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

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House prices

Average price

£532,442

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
£519,750WILD DEER COURT
£659,750WILD DEER COURT
£539,750WILD DEER COURT
£534,750WILD DEER COURT
£649,750WILD DEER COURT
£544,750WILD DEER COURT
£369,750WILD DEER COURT
£524,750WILD DEER COURT
£519,750WILD DEER COURT
£534,750WILD DEER COURT

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 90

violent crime31%28
anti social behaviour20%18
shoplifting13%12
criminal damage arson9%8
burglary7%6
public order6%5
drugs3%3
other crime3%3
other theft3%3
vehicle crime3%3
bicycle theft1%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Quinton House SchoolOther independent schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.3 mi
Upton Meadows Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
St Luke's Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
Pineham Barns Primary SchoolFree schoolsNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Millway Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.8 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

1.9 mi

by road

🚂

Long Buckby

7.3 mi

by road

🚂

Wellingborough

12.6 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE

NN5 6FR·1.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

ELEANOR CROSS HEALTHCARE

NN4 8QF·2.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

REGENT PHARMACY

NN1 2NQ·2.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

LEICESTER TCE HEALTHCARE CTR

NN2 6AL·2.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

THE MOUNTS MEDICAL CENTRE

NN1 3DS·2.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

NHS website (NHS.uk find a GP) · Nearest 3 GP practicesFind a GP →

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)8.3 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)3.7 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

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

6.7 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

6.9 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 22 points

8.2 mi

away

Osprey

CCS

9.1 mi

away

🔌

Osprey

CHAdeMO

9.1 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: E01035424

Overall IMD Decile

5 / 10

Average

Ranked

15,872

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 029G (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income411,932Below average
Employment619,027Average
Education328Below average
Health6N/AAverage
Crime3N/ABelow average
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 039D

Population

2,371

Census 2021

Density

875

per km² · Urban

Median Age

38

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

Upton

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01035424

Frequently asked questions about NN5 4XY

What are the broadband speeds available at NN5 4XY?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 92% of premises at NN5 4XY. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 92%.

What is the average house price near NN5 4XY?

The average property price near NN5 4XY is £532,442 based on 13 recorded sales from HM Land Registry.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN5 4XY?

NN5 4XY 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 NN5 4XY area?

The nearest school to NN5 4XY is Quinton House School (Other independent school), 0.27 miles away. There are 10 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

How does crime rate in NN5 4XY compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 90 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is around average. The most common category was violent crime.

How suitable is NN5 4XY for remote working?

NN5 4XY scores 35/100 for remote working suitability, making it somewhat limited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.

What is the mobile signal like at NN5 4XY?

4G outdoor coverage at NN5 4XY 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 NN5 4XY?

EPC data is not yet available for NN5 4XY. 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 NN5 4XY?

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 NN5 4XY?

The nearest GP surgery to NN5 4XY is ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, 1.1 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.

What transport links are available near NN5 4XY?

The nearest train station to NN5 4XY is Northampton, 1.9 miles away. Other nearby stations include Long Buckby (7.3 mi) and Wellingborough (12.6 mi).

Is NN5 4XY a suitable area for families?

NN5 4XY scores 55/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.

What is the air quality like at NN5 4XY?

Air quality at NN5 4XY 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 NN5 4XY?

The nearest public EV charging point to NN5 4XY is 6.65 miles away (EV Charger, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN5 4XY?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 92% of premises at NN5 4XY. Gigabit coverage reaches 92%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.

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