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Broadband in NN2 8FN

Boughton, West Northamptonshire

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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 11 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 11 March 2026

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Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

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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 NN2 8FN

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN2 8FN

Based on 45 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

407

Mbps

Upload

138

Mbps

Latency

8

ms

Tests

45

results

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

Digital Divide at NN2 8FN

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 NN2 8FN

Within 1 km

4

towers

Within 2 km

9

towers

Nearest Tower

0.5

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

£298,750

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
£298,000WALPOLE WAY
£290,000WALPOLE WAY
£310,000WALPOLE WAY
£297,000WALPOLE WAY

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 81

violent crime43%35
shoplifting15%12
anti social behaviour14%11
burglary9%7
other theft7%6
criminal damage arson5%4
other crime2%2
drugs1%1
robbery1%1
vehicle crime1%1
possession of weapons1%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Buckton Fields Primary SchoolFree schoolsNot available★★★☆☆0.1 mi
Whitehills Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.3 mi
Whitehills Nursery SchoolLocal authority nursery schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.3 mi
Boughton Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Sunnyside Primary AcademyAcademy sponsor ledNot available★★★☆☆0.7 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 003F

Population

1,381

Census 2021

Density

591

per km² · Urban

Median Age

38

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: E01035402

Overall IMD Decile

9 / 10

Least deprived

Ranked

28,512

of 32,844 areas

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

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income928,817Least deprived
Employment926,735Least deprived
Education86Above average
Health8N/AAbove average
Crime6N/AAverage
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

6.8 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

7.4 mi

away

🔌

InstaVolt Ltd

CHAdeMO

7.4 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

8.2 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

9.2 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

THE PINES SURGERY

NN2 8LL·0.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

TURN FURLONG GP SERVICE

NN2 8BZ·0.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

NEWMEDICA NORTHAMPTON

NN3 6JA·1.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

KINGSTHORPE MEDICAL CTR.

NN2 7JN·1.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

GREENVIEW SURGERY

NN2 7PB·1.7 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Living near NN2 8FN

Boughton is home to NN2 8FN. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN2 8FN 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.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN2 8FN. 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 NN2 8FN into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 137.75 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 8 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 NN2 8FN. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN2 8FN see average downloads of 406.57 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 137.75 Mbps. Latency sits at 8 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 45 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN2 8FN 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 4 cell towers within 1 km of NN2 8FN. A handful of towers serve this area. Within 2 km that count rises to 9. The nearest tower is 0.45 km away. Operators present include Unknown.

House prices near NN2 8FN sit at £298,750 on average. This puts the area near the national benchmark. This is based on 4 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

In the latest month of data, 81 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is higher than average for England and Wales. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include shoplifting and anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Buckton Fields Primary School is the closest school at 0.11 miles. It is a Free schools school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN2 8FN 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 NN2 8FN has a population of approximately 1381. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 58.5 miles from NN2 8FN. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 59.7 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 61 miles.

Properties around NN2 8FN most commonly fall into council tax 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 NN2 8FN 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 NN2 8FN: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 70/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for NN2 8FN is West Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Boughton, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN2 postcode area contains 726 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN2 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN2 8FN is close to the area average of 99%.

How does NN2 8FN compare to its neighbours? NN2 8FL (0.02 miles, Boughton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 8FH (0.03 miles, Boughton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 8GS (0.05 miles, Kingsthorpe) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN2 8FP (0.05 miles, Boughton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at NN2 8FN, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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 NN2 8FN? Connectivity at NN2 8FN 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. Boughton 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 NN2 8FN, 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.

This covers the key data for NN2 8FN. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Boughton hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.

Frequently asked questions about NN2 8FN

What are the broadband speeds available at NN2 8FN?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN2 8FN. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near NN2 8FN?

The average property price at NN2 8FN is £298,750, based on 4 recorded transactions.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN2 8FN?

NN2 8FN has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.

What schools are nearby in the NN2 8FN area?

The nearest school is Buckton Fields Primary School (Free schools), 0.11 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in NN2 8FN compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is NN2 8FN for remote working?

NN2 8FN scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at NN2 8FN?

4G outdoor coverage at NN2 8FN is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN2 8FN?

EPC data for NN2 8FN is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at NN2 8FN?

The most common council tax band near NN2 8FN is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN2 8FN?

GP surgery data for NN2 8FN is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near NN2 8FN?

The nearest train station to NN2 8FN is Ealing Broadway, 58.5 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.

Is NN2 8FN a suitable area for families?

NN2 8FN scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.

What is the air quality like at NN2 8FN?

Air quality at NN2 8FN 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 NN2 8FN?

EV charging data for NN2 8FN is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN2 8FN?

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

Area suitability scores

NN2 8FN

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

70

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

Map

Area info

Parish

Boughton

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01035402

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