NN6 postcode
Broadband in NN6 6LE
Yelvertoft, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 27 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN6 6LE. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near NN6 6LE
What's NN6 6LE actually like? We checked Yelvertoft's data across 15+ categories. Broadband speeds and real-world performance. House prices and recent sales. Crime rates and categories. Schools, flood risk, air quality, GP access, and transport links. Everything below comes from official public data. Updated regularly. Specific to this postcode wherever possible.
Internet coverage here is good. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Yelvertoft beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Yelvertoft 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.
Ofcom data covers availability. Ookla measures real performance. Average download at NN6 6LE: 90 Mbps. Upload: 41 Mbps. Latency: 10ms. Around the UK average. Fine for most households. HD streaming and video calls should work well. Multiple devices can share this comfortably. Low latency. Good for gaming and video calls. Data from 75 speed tests in this area.
Every premises at NN6 6LE 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.
Average property price near NN6 6LE: £501,667. That's well above the UK average of £290,000. About 73% higher than the national figure. Based on three Land Registry transactions. Few sales on record. Prices may not reflect current market values. Check Rightmove for current asking prices nearby. Higher price bracket. Budget for stamp duty carefully. Stamp duty at this level adds thousands to the cost.
0 crimes recorded in the latest month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.
Five schools near NN6 6LE. Nearest: Yelvertoft Primary School. Distance: 0.08 miles. Type: Community school. Second nearest: Crick Primary School (1.96 mi). Also: Houlton School (2.73 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.
Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 3a. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. 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: 1,873. Median age: 42. Rural area. 37 people per km². Expect quiet roads and more space between homes. Fewer local amenities. Car likely a must. Deprivation index: decile 6 out of 10. That's less deprived than average. Living environment quality is lower than average.
Nearest train station: Rugby. Distance: 5.3 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Long Buckby (5.8 mi). And Market Harborough (11.6 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 1.91 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: BP-Pulse (POLAR).
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: CRICK MEDICAL PRACTICE. Distance: 2.2 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 98.5%. 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: 85/100. Ticks the boxes for families. 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+. Run a speed test after installation. If speeds don't match what you're paying for, complain.
Yelvertoft is a rural area. Open fields and quiet lanes. A car is a must. Public transport is limited. Nearest supermarket may be a drive away.
Where does this data come from? Broadband figures from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Crime from Police.uk. House prices from HM Land Registry. Demographics from the ONS Census. Flood data from the Environment Agency. Speed tests from Ookla. All public, all verifiable.
A data profile is a starting point. Visit NN6 6LE 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 covers the key data for NN6 6LE. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical 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 |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | TBC |
Speed Distribution at NN6 6LE
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN6 6LE
Based on 75 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
90
Mbps
Upload
41
Mbps
Latency
10
ms
Tests
75
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN6 6LE
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 6LE
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Area suitability scores
NN6 6LERemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
85Based 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.
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House prices
Average price
£501,667
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £360,000 | HIGH STREET | |
| £575,000 | HIGH STREET | |
| £570,000 | HIGH STREET |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 0
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yelvertoft Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Crick Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
| Houlton School | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.7 mi |
| St Gabriel's CofE Academy | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.8 mi |
| Swinford Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.0 mi |
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Zone 3a
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Flood risk: Medium
This postcode is in Zone 3a — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 3a
Risk Level
Medium
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
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Rugby
5.3 mi
by road
Long Buckby
5.8 mi
by road
Market Harborough
11.6 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
CRICK MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE
new patients
BROWNSOVER MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
THE LONG BUCKBY PRACTICE
new patients
WHITEHALL MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
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
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
BP-Pulse (POLAR)
1.9 mi
away
Bp Pulse
5.8 mi
away
Bp Pulse
5.8 mi
away
Cummins Engines
8.2 mi
away
Cummins Engines
8.2 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027030
Overall IMD Decile
6 / 10
Average
Ranked
18,630
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 001C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 26,288 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 8 | 26,183 | Above average |
| Education | 9 | 5 | Least deprived |
| Health | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
| Crime | 3 | N/A | Below average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 001C
Population
1,873
Census 2021
Density
37
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Yelvertoft
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027030
Frequently asked questions about NN6 6LE
What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 6LE?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN6 6LE. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN6 6LE?
Average property price near NN6 6LE: £501,667. Based on 3 Land Registry sales.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 6LE?
NN6 6LE has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 3a by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.
What schools are nearby in the NN6 6LE area?
The nearest school to NN6 6LE is Yelvertoft Primary School (Community school), 0.08 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in NN6 6LE 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 NN6 6LE for remote working?
NN6 6LE 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 NN6 6LE?
4G outdoor coverage at NN6 6LE 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 NN6 6LE?
EPC data is not yet available for NN6 6LE. 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 NN6 6LE?
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 NN6 6LE?
The nearest GP surgery to NN6 6LE is CRICK MEDICAL PRACTICE, 2.2 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near NN6 6LE?
The nearest train station to NN6 6LE is Rugby, 5.3 miles away. Other nearby stations include Long Buckby (5.8 mi) and Market Harborough (11.6 mi).
Is NN6 6LE a suitable area for families?
NN6 6LE scores 85/100 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 NN6 6LE?
Air quality at NN6 6LE 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 NN6 6LE?
The nearest public EV charging point to NN6 6LE is 1.91 miles away (BP-Pulse (POLAR), CHAdeMO). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 6LE?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN6 6LE. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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