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Broadband in NN12 8RQ

Woodend, West Northamptonshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 7 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near NN12 8RQ

NN12 8RQ sits in Woodend, part of West Northamptonshire. If you're considering this area, it helps to look beyond the estate agent listings. Here's what the data actually says.

Broadband here is strong. Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) covers 100% of premises, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Gigabit-capable connections are available to 100% of the area, making it a solid choice for digital households.

Beyond the headline figures, here's what residents actually get. Ookla Speedtest data shows an average download speed of 56 Mbps and upload of 11 Mbps, with 14ms latency.

Every premises at NN12 8RQ meets the Universal Service Obligation for broadband. In fact, 100% of premises can access 300 Mbps or faster - well ahead of much of the country. Next Generation Access (fibre-based infrastructure) covers 100% of premises.

There isn't enough recent sales data for NN12 8RQ to calculate a reliable average house price. This is common in areas with low turnover or predominantly non-residential properties.

For crime, Woodend recorded 0 incidents in the most recent month of Police.uk data. That's low. 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 Blakesley Church of England Primary School (Academy converter), 0.92 miles away. Greens Norton Church of England Primary School is also nearby at 2.01 miles.

Flood risk at NN12 8RQ 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. Clean air is one less thing to worry about.

The local area has a population of 1,734 with a median age of 42. It's a rural area (40 people per km²). On the Index of Multiple Deprivation, this area scores decile 7 out of 10, making it less deprived than average.

Getting around from NN12 8RQ requires some planning. The nearest train station is Northampton, 9.5 miles away. Long Buckby (10.6 mi) and Kings Sutton (12.3 mi) are also within reach. For electric vehicle owners, there are 5 public charging points nearby, the closest being 0.9 miles away.

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

Healthcare access is something to consider. The nearest GP surgery is TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE, 3.3 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%.

Your next step? If Woodend is on your shortlist, it's worth visiting in person and checking specific street-level details. The data gives you the framework, but nothing beats walking the neighbourhood.

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 NN12 8RQ

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN12 8RQ

Based on 1 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

56

Mbps

Upload

11

Mbps

Latency

14

ms

Tests

1

results

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

Digital Divide at NN12 8RQ

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

99.6%

5G Outdoor

98.5%

Networks with 4G

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

Cell Tower Coverage near NN12 8RQ

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

NN12 8RQ

Remote Worker

40

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

Family

90

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: 0

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Blakesley Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.9 mi
Greens Norton Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆2.0 mi
St Loys Church of England Primary Academy, Weedon LoisAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆3.1 mi
Nicholas Hawksmoor Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆3.2 mi
Sponne SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆3.2 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

9.5 mi

by road

🚂

Long Buckby

10.6 mi

by road

🚂

Kings Sutton

12.3 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE

NN12 6HH·3.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

THE BROOK HEALTH CENTRE

NN12 6HD·3.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

BUGBROOKE MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN7 3QN·5.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

GREENS NORTON & WEEDON MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN7 4RX·5.9 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

THE PARKS MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN7 2NN·7.2 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)8.2 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)3 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

🔋

Pod Point

Type 22 points

0.9 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

3.0 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

3.3 mi

away

🔋

Osprey

Type 2

7.5 mi

away

🔋

Osprey

Type 2

7.5 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: E01027262

Overall IMD Decile

7 / 10

Above average

Ranked

21,931

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on South Northamptonshire 004A (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income928,799Least deprived
Employment1030,359Least deprived
Education102Least deprived
Health10-1Least deprived
Crime9-1Least deprived
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 045A

Population

1,734

Census 2021

Density

40

per km² · Rural

Median Age

42

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

Woodend

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027262

Frequently asked questions about NN12 8RQ

What are the broadband speeds available at NN12 8RQ?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN12 8RQ. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near NN12 8RQ?

No recent house price data is available for NN12 8RQ. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales or where the postcode covers mainly commercial properties.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN12 8RQ?

NN12 8RQ 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 NN12 8RQ area?

The nearest school to NN12 8RQ is Blakesley Church of England Primary School (Academy converter), 0.92 miles away. There are 10 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

How does crime rate in NN12 8RQ compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average.

How suitable is NN12 8RQ for remote working?

NN12 8RQ 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 NN12 8RQ?

4G outdoor coverage at NN12 8RQ 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 NN12 8RQ?

EPC data is not yet available for NN12 8RQ. 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 NN12 8RQ?

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 NN12 8RQ?

The nearest GP surgery to NN12 8RQ is TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE, 3.3 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.

What transport links are available near NN12 8RQ?

The nearest train station to NN12 8RQ is Northampton, 9.5 miles away. Other nearby stations include Long Buckby (10.6 mi) and Kings Sutton (12.3 mi).

Is NN12 8RQ a suitable area for families?

NN12 8RQ scores 90/100 for family suitability, rated very suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.

What is the air quality like at NN12 8RQ?

Air quality at NN12 8RQ 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 NN12 8RQ?

The nearest public EV charging point to NN12 8RQ is 0.9 miles away (Pod Point, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN12 8RQ?

Yes - ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN12 8RQ. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.

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