NN6 postcode
Broadband in NN6 9QE
Walgrave, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 23 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
29% Gigabit
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Gigabit broadband (29% Gigabit) is available at NN6 9QE. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 29% | 29% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 29% | 29% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN6 9QE
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN6 9QE
Based on 38 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
261
Mbps
Upload
216
Mbps
Latency
10
ms
Tests
38
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN6 9QE
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 9QE
Within 1 km
1
towers
Within 2 km
1
towers
Nearest Tower
1.0
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£619,667
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £919,000 | GOLD STREET | |
| £470,000 | ||
| £470,000 |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 3
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walgrave Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Mawsley Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
| Broughton Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.0 mi |
| Sywell Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.4 mi |
| Brixworth CofE VC Primary School | Voluntary controlled school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.5 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
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
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 003D
Population
2,101
Census 2021
Density
76
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027023
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
24,139
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 005E (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 23,911 | Above average |
| Employment | 8 | 26,043 | Above average |
| Education | 8 | 6 | Above average |
| Health | 9 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 7 | N/A | Above average |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
InstaVolt Ltd
4.8 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
4.8 mi
away
Jess-Jade
5.0 mi
away
Mack-dion
5.0 mi
away
Believ
5.5 mi
away
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
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
MOULTON SURGERY
new patients
QUEENSWAY MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
WOODVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
NEWMEDICA NORTHAMPTON
new patients
NHS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ICB
new patients
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Looking at NN6 9QE in Walgrave? Here is what the data says. From broadband coverage to crime rates, this is the full picture. All numbers are from official sources. The guide is updated as new data becomes available.
Superfast coverage here stands at 100%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Coverage at this postcode is strong. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 29.4% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 29.4% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. The maximum download speed recorded is 29% Gigabit. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
The speed distribution at NN6 9QE tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 68.8% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 31.3% 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. 31.3% of premises can hit 300 Mbps or more. That is enough for demanding multi-device households.
Translating the numbers at NN6 9QE into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 215.71 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. 4K streaming is possible on one device at a time. HD streaming works across multiple devices. Latency is 10 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 NN6 9QE. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.
Ookla Speedtest users at NN6 9QE see average downloads of 260.52 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 215.71 Mbps. Latency sits at 10 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 38 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN6 9QE, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. 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.
There are 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN6 9QE. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 1. The nearest tower is 0.97 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
The average property price at NN6 9QE is £619,667. That is above the UK average of around £290,000. This is based on 3 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
Crime in the LSOA covering NN6 9QE totalled 3 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was burglary. Other frequent types include public order and violent crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN6 9QE is Walgrave Primary School. It is a Community school school, 0.29 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN6 9QE is rated Very Low (Zone 1). The area is not considered at significant risk of flooding. Standard home insurance should be straightforward. 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 NN6 9QE has a population of approximately 2101. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
The nearest train station to NN6 9QE is Ealing Broadway, 61.1 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 61.6 miles. London Euston offers another option at 63.2 miles.
Properties around NN6 9QE most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (27%), D (25%), B (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.
Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN6 9QE is available across 100% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 99.6%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 98.5%. 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 NN6 9QE: remote working 40/100, family 90/100, value 35/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
The local authority for NN6 9QE is West Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Walgrave, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN6 postcode area contains 1160 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN6 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN6 9QE is above the area average of 89%.
How does NN6 9QE compare to its neighbours? NN6 9QB (0.04 miles, Walgrave) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 9PQ (0.05 miles, Walgrave) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 9QF (0.06 miles, Walgrave) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 9QD (0.06 miles, Walgrave) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
When choosing a broadband provider at NN6 9QE, 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.
Looking at the overall picture for NN6 9QE, a few things are worth highlighting. 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.
Numbers tell part of the story for NN6 9QE. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.
NN6 9QE in Walgrave: 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.
Frequently asked questions about NN6 9QE
What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 9QE?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN6 9QE. Maximum download speeds reach 29% Gigabit. Ultrafast coverage is at 29.4%.
What is the average house price near NN6 9QE?
The average property price at NN6 9QE is £619,667, based on 3 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 9QE?
NN6 9QE has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN6 9QE area?
The nearest school is Walgrave Primary School (Community school), 0.29 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN6 9QE compare to other areas?
3 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is NN6 9QE for remote working?
NN6 9QE scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN6 9QE?
4G outdoor coverage at NN6 9QE is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN6 9QE?
EPC data for NN6 9QE is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN6 9QE?
The most common council tax band near NN6 9QE is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN6 9QE?
GP surgery data for NN6 9QE is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN6 9QE?
The nearest train station to NN6 9QE is Ealing Broadway, 61.1 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.
Is NN6 9QE a suitable area for families?
NN6 9QE scores 90/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at NN6 9QE?
Air quality at NN6 9QE is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN6 9QE?
EV charging data for NN6 9QE is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 9QE?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 29.4% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN6 9QERemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
90Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
35Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Walgrave
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027023
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