NN17 postcode
Broadband in NN17 2UH
Middleton, North Northamptonshire
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 11 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Superfast (30Mbps+)
Speed Calculator
Adjust the options below to see how much broadband speed your household needs.
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.
The best available speed at NN17 2UH is Superfast (30Mbps+). That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.
Speed Test
Check your current download speed and see how it compares to what is available at NN17 2UH.
The test downloads a 2 MB file from our server and measures how long it takes.
This test measures download speed only. Results vary depending on network conditions.
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) | 0% | 0% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN17 2UH
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN17 2UH
Based on 14 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
361
Mbps
Upload
142
Mbps
Latency
18
ms
Tests
14
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN17 2UH
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN17 2UH
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: 97
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Kite Academy | Free schools special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Maplefields Academy | Academy special converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Beanfield Primary School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Kingswood Secondary Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| St Brendan's Catholic Primary School | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
Compare broadband in NN17 2UH
Find the best broadband packages available at your address.
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: North Northamptonshire 002C
Population
1,632
Census 2021
Density
87
per km² · Rural
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: E01026980
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
24,171
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Corby 001C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 25,847 | Above average |
| Employment | 9 | 26,464 | Least deprived |
| Education | 8 | 7 | Above average |
| Health | 6 | N/A | Average |
| Crime | 7 | 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
MFG Kettering Lower Street
6.0 mi
away
Believ
6.0 mi
away
Believ
6.0 mi
away
BP Pulse
6.0 mi
away
BP Pulse
6.0 mi
away
Council tax bands
Band distribution for North Northamptonshire
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · North Northamptonshire
Annual council tax estimates for North Northamptonshire, 2024/25
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
CORBY URGENT CARE CENTRE
new patients
CORBY URGENT TREATMENT CENTRE
new patients
WOODSEND MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ASPIRO HEALTHCARE
new patients
GREAT OAKLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
Ready to switch? See what's available at your address.
Check Deals →Living near NN17 2UH
Middleton is home to NN17 2UH. 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.
100% of premises at NN17 2UH can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. The maximum download speed recorded is Superfast (30Mbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Looking at the full speed profile for NN17 2UH gives a better picture of what to expect. 100% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.
What do the broadband speeds at NN17 2UH mean in practice? Upload speeds average 141.69 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 sits at 18 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
FWA broadband has not reached NN17 2UH yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.
Ookla Speedtest users at NN17 2UH see average downloads of 360.5 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 141.69 Mbps. Latency sits at 18 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 14 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN17 2UH, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. 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 6.9 km away.
97 crimes were reported near NN17 2UH 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 drugs. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN17 2UH is Red Kite Academy. It is a Free schools special school, 0.5 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN17 2UH 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 3.4 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits set by the World Health Organisation.
The LSOA covering NN17 2UH has a population of approximately 1632. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
Finsbury Park station is the closest rail link at 69 miles from NN17 2UH. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 69.6 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 70.9 miles.
The most common council tax band near NN17 2UH 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.
Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN17 2UH is available across 100% of the area. 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 NN17 2UH: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
NN17 2UH falls within the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Middleton, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN17 postcode area contains 838 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN17 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN17 2UH is close to the area average of 97%.
How does NN17 2UH compare to its neighbours? NN17 2UJ (0.4 miles, Corby) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN17 2UQ (0.46 miles, Middleton) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. NN18 0DW (0.48 miles, Corby) has 100% superfast coverage and 94.1% gigabit. NN18 0TB (0.49 miles, Corby) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN17 2UH has better superfast coverage than its immediate neighbours.
Not every property at NN17 2UH 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 NN17 2UH? Connectivity at NN17 2UH 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. Middleton 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 Middleton. 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.
This covers the key data for NN17 2UH. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Middleton hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.
Frequently asked questions about NN17 2UH
What are the broadband speeds available at NN17 2UH?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN17 2UH. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+).
What is the average house price near NN17 2UH?
No recent house price data is available for NN17 2UH.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN17 2UH?
NN17 2UH has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN17 2UH area?
The nearest school is Red Kite Academy (Free schools special), 0.5 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN17 2UH compare to other areas?
97 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.
How suitable is NN17 2UH for remote working?
NN17 2UH scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN17 2UH?
4G outdoor coverage at NN17 2UH is 100%. 5G reaches 96.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN17 2UH?
EPC data for NN17 2UH is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN17 2UH?
The most common council tax band near NN17 2UH is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN17 2UH?
GP surgery data for NN17 2UH is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN17 2UH?
The nearest train station to NN17 2UH is Finsbury Park, 69 miles away. Ealing Broadway is also nearby.
Is NN17 2UH a suitable area for families?
NN17 2UH scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.
What is the air quality like at NN17 2UH?
Air quality at NN17 2UH is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.4 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN17 2UH?
EV charging data for NN17 2UH is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN17 2UH?
Full fibre availability at NN17 2UH is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.
Area suitability scores
NN17 2UHRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based 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
Middleton
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01026980
Best deals
Compare broadband deals in NN17 2UH
Find the best packages from UK providers in minutes.
Broadband deals for NN17 2UH
Compare Deals