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Broadband in NN8 1LF

Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 5 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 5 March 2026

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Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near NN8 1LF

NN8 1LF is in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire. This guide pulls together data from Ofcom, Land Registry, Police.uk, and more. Every figure is specific to this postcode or its local area. We cover broadband, real-world speeds, house prices, and crime. Plus schools, flood risk, air quality, transport, and GP access. Use it to compare against other postcodes you're considering.

Broadband at NN8 1LF is solid. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Wellingborough beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Wellingborough 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 NN8 1LF: 315 Mbps. Upload: 60 Mbps. Latency: 11ms. 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. Data from 65 speed tests in this area.

Every premises at NN8 1LF 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.

One cell tower within 1km. Sparse tower coverage. Indoor signal may vary. Nearest mast: just 0.12km away. Tower data sourced from OpenStreetMap. More towers generally means better signal and more capacity. Fewer towers can mean congestion at peak times.

Limited house price data for NN8 1LF. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.

Crime figures for this area: 307 in one month. That's higher than most areas. Urban centres tend to record more incidents. Most common type: violent crime (84). Second: anti social behaviour (56). Third: vehicle crime (47). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. One month is a snapshot. Look at trends over time.

Five schools near NN8 1LF. Nearest: Victoria Primary Academy. Distance: 0.23 miles. Type: Academy sponsor led. Second nearest: Highfield Nursery School (0.26 mi). Also: Rowan Gate Primary School -Three Sites and Two Satellites (0.26 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: 2,308. Median age: 34. Suburban area. 3308 people per km². Mix of residential and local shops. Quieter than city centres. Busier than countryside. Deprivation index: decile 5 out of 10. That's mid-range. Education deprivation is a concern.

Nearest train station: Wellingborough. Distance: 0.2 miles. Walking distance for most people. Also: Kettering (6.4 mi). And Northampton (10.8 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 0.36 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: Liberty Charge.

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: ABBEY MEDICAL PRACTICE. Distance: 0.6 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Close enough for a quick trip. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.

4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 96.2%. 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: 40/100. Workable, but check speeds with your employer. Family score: 55/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. 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.

Wellingborough has a suburban feel. Residential streets with local shops nearby. Garden space is common. Traffic is moderate. Good balance between access and quiet.

Every figure on this page has a source. Ofcom for broadband. Police.uk for crime. Land Registry for house prices. ONS for demographics. Environment Agency for flood risk. Ookla for real speed tests. We don't estimate or interpolate. If the data isn't available, we say so.

A data profile is a starting point. Visit NN8 1LF before making decisions. Drive the commute at peak time. Walk to the local shops. Check mobile signal inside a property, not just outside. Look at the street on Google Maps and in person. They often tell different stories.

That's the full picture for NN8 1LF based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.

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

Speed Distribution at NN8 1LF

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN8 1LF

Based on 65 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

315

Mbps

Upload

60

Mbps

Latency

11

ms

Tests

65

results

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

Digital Divide at NN8 1LF

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

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

99.5%

5G Outdoor

96.2%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

Cell Tower Coverage near NN8 1LF

Within 1 km

1

towers

Within 2 km

1

towers

Nearest Tower

0.1

km away

Unknown

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

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Area suitability scores

NN8 1LF

Remote Worker

40

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

50

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

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Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 307

violent crime27%84
anti social behaviour18%56
vehicle crime15%47
shoplifting9%27
drugs6%17
criminal damage arson6%17
other theft5%15
burglary3%10
robbery3%9
public order3%9
other crime2%7
possession of weapons2%7
bicycle theft0%1
theft from the person0%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Victoria Primary AcademyAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.2 mi
Highfield Nursery SchoolLocal authority nursery schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.3 mi
Rowan Gate Primary School -Three Sites and Two SatellitesCommunity special schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.3 mi
RefocusOther independent schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
All Saints CEVA Primary School and NurseryVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.5 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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

Council tax bands

Band distribution for North Northamptonshire

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · North Northamptonshire

A
12%£1,381
B
25%£1,611
C
28%£1,841
D
22%£2,071
E
9%£2,531
F
3%£2,991
G
1%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for North Northamptonshire, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Wellingborough

0.2 mi

by road

🚂

Kettering

6.4 mi

by road

🚂

Northampton

10.8 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

ABBEY MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN8 1LT·0.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

ALBANY HOUSE MEDICAL CENTRE

NN8 4RW·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

WELLINGBOROUGH EXTENDED ACCESS

NN8 4RW·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

THE REDWELL MEDICAL CENTRE

NN8 4UT·1.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

QUEENSWAY MEDICAL CENTRE

NN8 3QE·1.7 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)7.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)4 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

🔋

Liberty Charge

Type 22 points

0.4 mi

away

🔋

Liberty Charge

Type 22 points

0.4 mi

away

🔋

Liberty Charge

Type 22 points

0.6 mi

away

🔋

Liberty Charge

Type 22 points

0.6 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

0.7 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: E01027316

Overall IMD Decile

5 / 10

Average

Ranked

14,050

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Wellingborough 004D (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income412,604Below average
Employment617,020Average
Education330Below average
Health5N/AAverage
Crime4N/ABelow average
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 030C

Population

2,308

Census 2021

Density

3308

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

Wellingborough

District

North Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027316

Frequently asked questions about NN8 1LF

What are the broadband speeds available at NN8 1LF?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN8 1LF. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near NN8 1LF?

No recent house price data for NN8 1LF. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN8 1LF?

NN8 1LF 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 NN8 1LF area?

The nearest school to NN8 1LF is Victoria Primary Academy (Academy sponsor led), 0.23 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

How does crime rate in NN8 1LF compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 307 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.

How suitable is NN8 1LF for remote working?

NN8 1LF scores 40/100 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 NN8 1LF?

4G outdoor coverage at NN8 1LF is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 96.2%. 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 NN8 1LF?

EPC data is not yet available for NN8 1LF. 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 NN8 1LF?

The most common council tax band in North Northamptonshire is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £1822 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN8 1LF?

The nearest GP surgery to NN8 1LF is ABBEY MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.6 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.

What transport links are available near NN8 1LF?

The nearest train station to NN8 1LF is Wellingborough, 0.2 miles away. Other nearby stations include Kettering (6.4 mi) and Northampton (10.8 mi).

Is NN8 1LF a suitable area for families?

NN8 1LF 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 NN8 1LF?

Air quality at NN8 1LF 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 NN8 1LF?

The nearest public EV charging point to NN8 1LF is 0.36 miles away (Liberty Charge, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN8 1LF?

Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN8 1LF. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.

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