NN8 postcode

Broadband in NN8 3EA

Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire

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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 7 March 2026

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)100%
100%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit100%
100%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at NN8 3EA

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN8 3EA

Based on 21 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

461

Mbps

Upload

182

Mbps

Latency

13

ms

Tests

21

results

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

Digital Divide at NN8 3EA

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

Cell Tower Coverage near NN8 3EA

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

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

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

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 106

violent crime42%45
anti social behaviour13%14
other theft8%9
criminal damage arson8%9
burglary6%6
drugs5%5
shoplifting5%5
vehicle crime5%5
robbery2%2
other crime2%2
public order2%2
bicycle theft1%1
possession of weapons1%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Ruskin AcademyAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
Ruskin Infant SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
Olympic PrimaryAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Wilby Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Weavers AcademyAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.9 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

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

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: North Northamptonshire 031C

Population

1,705

Census 2021

Density

4587

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)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027341

Overall IMD Decile

2 / 10

Most deprived

Ranked

3,902

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Wellingborough 005C (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income24,161Most deprived
Employment25,588Most deprived
Education169Most deprived
Health3N/ABelow average
Crime11Most deprived
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

0.2 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

0.2 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

1.2 mi

away

🔋

EV Solutions

Type 2

1.8 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

1.8 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

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

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

QUEENSWAY MEDICAL CENTRE

NN8 3QE·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

ALBANY HOUSE MEDICAL CENTRE

NN8 4RW·1.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

WELLINGBOROUGH EXTENDED ACCESS

NN8 4RW·1.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

THE REDWELL MEDICAL CENTRE

NN8 4UT·1.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

HMP FIVE WELLS

NN8 2NX·1.9 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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

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Living near NN8 3EA

NN8 3EA sits in Wellingborough, part of North Northamptonshire. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN8 3EA stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Looking at the full speed profile for NN8 3EA gives a better picture of what to expect. 100% 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. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

Translating the numbers at NN8 3EA into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 182.43 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency is 13 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.

FWA broadband has not reached NN8 3EA yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

Real-world download speeds at NN8 3EA average 461.48 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 182.43 Mbps. Latency sits at 13 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 21 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN8 3EA fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. 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.

The nearest tower is 3.01 km away.

106 crimes were reported near NN8 3EA in the most recent month. The level is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Ruskin Academy is the closest school at 0.43 miles. It is a Academy sponsor led school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN8 3EA 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 NN8 3EA has a population of approximately 1705. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 56.9 miles from NN8 3EA. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 57 miles. London Euston offers another option at 58.7 miles.

Properties around NN8 3EA most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (28%), B (25%), D (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN8 3EA is available across 100% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 99.5%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 96.2%. 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 NN8 3EA: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for NN8 3EA is North Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Wellingborough, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN8 postcode area contains 1172 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN8 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN8 3EA is close to the area average of 99%.

How does NN8 3EA compare to its neighbours? NN8 3DZ (0.05 miles, Wellingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN8 3FQ (0.05 miles, Wellingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN8 3DY (0.09 miles, Wellingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN8 3BA (0.11 miles, Wellingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Not every property at NN8 3EA gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. 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.

Pulling the data together for NN8 3EA, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN8 3EA is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. North Northamptonshire as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Wellingborough has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.

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.

Data is a starting point for Wellingborough. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

That is the full data picture for NN8 3EA in Wellingborough. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.

Frequently asked questions about NN8 3EA

What are the broadband speeds available at NN8 3EA?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN8 3EA. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near NN8 3EA?

No recent house price data is available for NN8 3EA.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN8 3EA?

NN8 3EA has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.

What schools are nearby in the NN8 3EA area?

The nearest school is Ruskin Academy (Academy sponsor led), 0.43 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in NN8 3EA compare to other areas?

106 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.

How suitable is NN8 3EA for remote working?

NN8 3EA scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at NN8 3EA?

4G outdoor coverage at NN8 3EA is 100%. 5G reaches 96.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN8 3EA?

EPC data for NN8 3EA is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at NN8 3EA?

The most common council tax band near NN8 3EA is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN8 3EA?

GP surgery data for NN8 3EA is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near NN8 3EA?

The nearest train station to NN8 3EA is Ealing Broadway, 56.9 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.

Is NN8 3EA a suitable area for families?

NN8 3EA scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.

What is the air quality like at NN8 3EA?

Air quality at NN8 3EA 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 NN8 3EA?

EV charging data for NN8 3EA is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN8 3EA?

Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.

Area suitability scores

NN8 3EA

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.

Map

Area info

Parish

Wellingborough

District

North Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027341

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