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Broadband in NN3 5LD

Billing, West Northamptonshire

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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 10 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 10 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 NN3 5LD

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN3 5LD

Based on 28 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

299

Mbps

Upload

198

Mbps

Latency

9

ms

Tests

28

results

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

Digital Divide at NN3 5LD

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 NN3 5LD

Within 1 km

1

towers

Within 2 km

6

towers

Nearest Tower

0.7

km away

Unknown

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

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

House prices

Average price

£216,542

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
£210,250HALL PIECE CLOSE
£265,000HALL PIECE CLOSE
£195,000HALL PIECE CLOSE
£229,000HALL PIECE CLOSE
£220,000HALL PIECE CLOSE
£180,000HALL PIECE CLOSE

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 139

violent crime44%61
anti social behaviour17%23
shoplifting9%13
criminal damage arson9%12
other theft5%7
burglary4%6
vehicle crime4%6
public order4%5
drugs1%2
other crime1%2
robbery1%1
possession of weapons1%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
St Andrew's Ceva Primary SchoolVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
Ecton Brook Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Blackthorn Primary SchoolAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
Rectory Farm Primary SchoolAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
Lings Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot 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)3.6 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.4 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)4.4 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 026D

Population

1,814

Census 2021

Density

5991

per km² · Dense urban

Median Age

32

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: E01027177

Overall IMD Decile

1 / 10

Most deprived

Ranked

3,065

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 011D (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income12,640Most deprived
Employment23,712Most deprived
Education248Most deprived
Health11Most deprived
Crime2N/AMost 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

🔋

EV Solutions

Type 2

2.9 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

4.2 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

4.2 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

4.5 mi

away

🔋

Cato-hugh

Type 22 pointsPod Point

5.7 mi

away

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

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

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 5EN·0.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

MAYFIELD SURGERY

NN3 8DW·1.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

DR ABBAS

NN3 8DW·1.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

RILLWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 8HZ·1.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

WOODVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE

NN3 8AW·1.5 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 NN3 5LD

Looking at NN3 5LD in Billing? 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 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 NN3 5LD 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 NN3 5LD into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 197.84 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 9 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.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN3 5LD. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Real-world download speeds at NN3 5LD average 298.75 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 197.84 Mbps. Latency sits at 9 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 28 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN3 5LD 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.

There are 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN3 5LD. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 6. The nearest tower is 0.68 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

House prices near NN3 5LD sit at £216,542 on average. This puts the area below the national benchmark. This is based on 6 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

139 crimes were reported near NN3 5LD 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 shoplifting. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN3 5LD is St Andrew's Ceva Primary School. It is a Voluntary aided school school, 0.39 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN3 5LD 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 3.6 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits set by the World Health Organisation.

The LSOA covering NN3 5LD has a population of approximately 1814. Median age is 32. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN3 5LD is Ealing Broadway, 55.7 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 56.4 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 57.9 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN3 5LD is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (27%), D (25%), B (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN3 5LD is available across 100% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 99.6%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 98.5%. 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 NN3 5LD: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 78/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for NN3 5LD is West Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Billing, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN3 postcode area contains 1293 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN3 ranges from 25% to 100%. NN3 5LD is close to the area average of 100%.

How does NN3 5LD compare to its neighbours? NN3 5LA (0.04 miles, Billing) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 5HH (0.05 miles, Billing) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 5EB (0.08 miles, Billing) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 5LB (0.08 miles, Billing) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NN3 5LD, 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.

Looking at the overall picture for NN3 5LD, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at NN3 5LD is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. West 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. Billing 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.

Before making a decision about NN3 5LD, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

That is the full data picture for NN3 5LD in Billing. 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 NN3 5LD

What are the broadband speeds available at NN3 5LD?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN3 5LD. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near NN3 5LD?

The average property price at NN3 5LD is £216,542, based on 6 recorded transactions.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN3 5LD?

NN3 5LD has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.

What schools are nearby in the NN3 5LD area?

The nearest school is St Andrew's Ceva Primary School (Voluntary aided school), 0.39 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in NN3 5LD compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is NN3 5LD for remote working?

NN3 5LD scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at NN3 5LD?

4G outdoor coverage at NN3 5LD is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN3 5LD?

EPC data for NN3 5LD is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at NN3 5LD?

The most common council tax band near NN3 5LD is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN3 5LD?

GP surgery data for NN3 5LD is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near NN3 5LD?

The nearest train station to NN3 5LD is Ealing Broadway, 55.7 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.

Is NN3 5LD a suitable area for families?

NN3 5LD scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.

What is the air quality like at NN3 5LD?

Air quality at NN3 5LD is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.6 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN3 5LD?

EV charging data for NN3 5LD is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN3 5LD?

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

Area suitability scores

NN3 5LD

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

78

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

Map

Area info

Parish

Billing

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027177

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