NN6 postcode
Broadband in NN6 7XS
Crick, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 25 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN6 7XS. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical 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 |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Real-World Speeds at NN6 7XS
Based on 20 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
209
Mbps
Upload
51
Mbps
Latency
8
ms
Tests
20
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 7XS
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 6
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crick Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Yelvertoft Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| St Gabriel's CofE Academy | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Kilsby Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.9 mi |
| Houlton School | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.3 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
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
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 004C
Population
2,533
Census 2021
Density
115
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027006
Overall IMD Decile
9 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
29,189
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 003E (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 24,803 | Above average |
| Employment | 9 | 26,493 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 5 | Least deprived |
| Health | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
BP-Pulse (POLAR)
0.4 mi
away
Bp Pulse
5.2 mi
away
Bp Pulse
5.2 mi
away
Cummins Engines
6.4 mi
away
Cummins Engines
6.4 mi
away
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
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
CRICK MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
THE LONG BUCKBY PRACTICE
new patients
THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE
new patients
HMP RYE HILL (C)
new patients
HMP ONLEY
new patients
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Looking at NN6 7XS in Crick? 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 broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at NN6 7XS 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.
What do the broadband speeds at NN6 7XS mean in practice? Upload speeds average 50.75 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.
Ookla Speedtest users at NN6 7XS see average downloads of 209.36 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 50.75 Mbps. Latency sits at 8 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 20 speed tests run by local users.
The nearest tower is 5.52 km away.
6 crimes were reported near NN6 7XS in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include criminal damage arson and anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN6 7XS is Crick Primary School. It is a Community school school, 0.34 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN6 7XS 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 NN6 7XS has a population of approximately 2533. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 67.6 miles from NN6 7XS. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 69.6 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 70.5 miles.
Properties around NN6 7XS 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.
4G outdoor coverage at NN6 7XS reaches 100%. 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 NN6 7XS: remote working 40/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
NN6 7XS falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Crick, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN6 postcode area contains 1160 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN6 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN6 7XS is above the area average of 89%.
How does NN6 7XS compare to its neighbours? NN6 7WQ (0.03 miles, Crick) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 7UA (0.05 miles, Crick) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 7WP (0.07 miles, Crick) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 7WT (0.07 miles, Crick) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NN6 7XS, 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.
Pulling the data together for NN6 7XS, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN6 7XS 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. Crick 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 NN6 7XS, 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 NN6 7XS in Crick. 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 NN6 7XS
What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 7XS?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN6 7XS. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN6 7XS?
No recent house price data is available for NN6 7XS.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 7XS?
NN6 7XS has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN6 7XS area?
The nearest school is Crick Primary School (Community school), 0.34 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN6 7XS compare to other areas?
6 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is NN6 7XS for remote working?
NN6 7XS scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN6 7XS?
4G outdoor coverage at NN6 7XS is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN6 7XS?
EPC data for NN6 7XS is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN6 7XS?
The most common council tax band near NN6 7XS is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN6 7XS?
GP surgery data for NN6 7XS is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN6 7XS?
The nearest train station to NN6 7XS is Ealing Broadway, 67.6 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.
Is NN6 7XS a suitable area for families?
NN6 7XS scores 90/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at NN6 7XS?
Air quality at NN6 7XS is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN6 7XS?
EV charging data for NN6 7XS is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 7XS?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN6 7XSRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
90Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Crick
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027006
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