Broadband in NN10 8NZ

NN10 8NZ sits in Higham Ferrers, part of North Northamptonshire. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.

100% of premises at NN10 8NZ can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. 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.

The speed distribution at NN10 8NZ tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 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.

What do the broadband speeds at NN10 8NZ mean in practice? Upload speeds average 62.29 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 NN10 8NZ. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN10 8NZ see average downloads of 290.37 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 62.29 Mbps. Latency sits at 9 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 85 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN10 8NZ 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.

The nearest tower is 4.11 km away.

The average property price at NN10 8NZ is £166,813. That is below the national average of £290,000. This is based on 4 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN10 8NZ totalled 58 offences last month. This is a higher than average figure. The most common category was anti social behaviour. Other frequent types include violent crime and vehicle crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN10 8NZ is Henry Chichele Primary School. It is a Community school school, 0.08 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN10 8NZ 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 NN10 8NZ has a population of approximately 2565. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN10 8NZ is Finsbury Park, 55.5 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 56.4 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 57.4 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN10 8NZ is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (28%), B (25%), D (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

4G outdoor coverage at NN10 8NZ reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.5%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 96.2%. 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 NN10 8NZ: remote working 40/100, family 70/100, value 85/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN10 8NZ falls within the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Higham Ferrers, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN10 postcode area contains 849 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN10 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN10 8NZ is close to the area average of 99%.

How does NN10 8NZ compare to its neighbours? NN10 8JE (0.02 miles, Higham Ferrers) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN10 8JB (0.06 miles, Higham Ferrers) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN10 8NY (0.08 miles, Higham Ferrers) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN10 8NS (0.09 miles, Higham Ferrers) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Not every property at NN10 8NZ gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. 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 NN10 8NZ? Connectivity at NN10 8NZ is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. North 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. Higham Ferrers 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.

Data is a starting point for Higham Ferrers. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

NN10 8NZ in Higham Ferrers: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.