Broadband in NN8 6DH

Looking at NN8 6DH in Wellingborough? 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 84.2% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 84.2% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is 84% Gigabit. That is above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at NN8 6DH tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 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 6DH into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 171.68 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 7 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

FWA broadband has not reached NN8 6DH 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 6DH average 320.87 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 171.68 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 86 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN8 6DH 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 2.78 km away.

Property at NN8 6DH averages £302,389, which is roughly in line with UK averages. This is based on 7 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

83 crimes were reported near NN8 6DH 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 burglary. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN8 6DH is Redwell Primary School. It is a Academy converter school, 0.37 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN8 6DH 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 6DH has a population of approximately 1494. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.

Finsbury Park station is the closest rail link at 58 miles from NN8 6DH. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 58.1 miles. London Euston offers another option at 59.7 miles.

Properties around NN8 6DH 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 6DH 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 6DH: remote working 70/100, family 55/100, value 60/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.

The local authority for NN8 6DH 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 6DH is close to the area average of 99%.

How does NN8 6DH compare to its neighbours? NN8 6AD (0.04 miles, Wellingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 97.2% gigabit. NN8 6BJ (0.1 miles, Wellingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN8 6DP (0.11 miles, Wellingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN8 6DT (0.12 miles, Wellingborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NN8 6DH, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. 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.

What does all of this mean for someone considering NN8 6DH? Connectivity at NN8 6DH 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.

This covers the key data for NN8 6DH. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Wellingborough hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.