NN17 postcode
Broadband in NN17 3NB
Weldon, North Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 9 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN17 3NB. 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 |
Speed Distribution at NN17 3NB
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN17 3NB
Based on 194 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
185
Mbps
Upload
72
Mbps
Latency
14
ms
Tests
194
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN17 3NB
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN17 3NB
Within 1 km
1
towers
Within 2 km
1
towers
Nearest Tower
0.8
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£244,270
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £350,000 | EGAN CLOSE | |
| £225,000 | EGAN CLOSE | |
| £240,000 | EGAN CLOSE | |
| £235,000 | EGAN CLOSE | |
| £197,000 | EGAN CLOSE | |
| £215,000 | EGAN CLOSE | |
| £215,000 | EGAN CLOSE | |
| £274,500 | EGAN CLOSE | |
| £220,000 | EGAN CLOSE | |
| £225,000 | EGAN CLOSE |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 22
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weldon Village Academy | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Weldon Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Priors Hall - A Learning Community | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| Corby Business Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| Stanion Church of England (Aided) Primary School | Voluntary aided school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.9 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
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 006F
Population
1,274
Census 2021
Density
324
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: E01035396
Overall IMD Decile
7 / 10
Above average
Ranked
22,160
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Corby 003D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 7 | 21,052 | Above average |
| Employment | 7 | 20,118 | Above average |
| Education | 5 | 20 | Average |
| Health | 5 | 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
Believ
7.5 mi
away
Believ
7.5 mi
away
BP Pulse
7.7 mi
away
BP Pulse
7.7 mi
away
MFG Kettering Lower Street
7.8 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
PRIORS HALL PHARMACY
new patients
LAKESIDE HEALTHCARE
new patients
DR SUMIRA
new patients
ASPIRO HEALTHCARE STUDFALL MED CENTRE
new patients
WOODSEND MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
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NN17 3NB sits in Weldon, 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.
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.
The speed distribution at NN17 3NB 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.
Here is how the broadband at NN17 3NB maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 72.12 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 14 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 NN17 3NB. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.
Ookla Speedtest users at NN17 3NB see average downloads of 184.7 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 72.12 Mbps. Latency sits at 14 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 194 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN17 3NB, 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.
There are 1 cell towers within 1 km of NN17 3NB. Limited nearby towers may mean weaker indoor signal. Within 2 km that count rises to 1. The nearest tower is 0.82 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
The average property price at NN17 3NB is £244,270. That is below the national average of £290,000. This is based on 22 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
Crime in the LSOA covering NN17 3NB totalled 22 offences last month. This is a moderate figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN17 3NB is Weldon Village Academy. It is a Free schools school, 0.24 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN17 3NB 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 3NB has a population of approximately 1274. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
Finsbury Park station is the closest rail link at 67.6 miles from NN17 3NB. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 68.8 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 69.6 miles.
Properties around NN17 3NB most commonly fall into council tax 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 NN17 3NB 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 NN17 3NB: remote working 40/100, family 80/100, value 78/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
NN17 3NB falls within the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Weldon, 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 3NB is close to the area average of 97%.
How does NN17 3NB compare to its neighbours? NN17 3ND (0.05 miles, Weldon) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN17 3FF (0.05 miles, Weldon) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN17 3NA (0.06 miles, Weldon) has 84.4% superfast coverage and 84.4% gigabit. NN17 3FG (0.06 miles, Weldon) has 94.7% superfast coverage and 94.7% gigabit. NN17 3NB has better superfast coverage than its immediate neighbours.
When choosing a broadband provider at NN17 3NB, 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 NN17 3NB? Connectivity at NN17 3NB 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. Weldon 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.
Numbers tell part of the story for NN17 3NB. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.
That is the full data picture for NN17 3NB in Weldon. 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 NN17 3NB
What are the broadband speeds available at NN17 3NB?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN17 3NB. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN17 3NB?
The average property price at NN17 3NB is £244,270, based on 22 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN17 3NB?
NN17 3NB 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 3NB area?
The nearest school is Weldon Village Academy (Free schools), 0.24 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN17 3NB compare to other areas?
22 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is a moderate level.
How suitable is NN17 3NB for remote working?
NN17 3NB scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN17 3NB?
4G outdoor coverage at NN17 3NB is 100%. 5G reaches 96.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN17 3NB?
EPC data for NN17 3NB is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN17 3NB?
The most common council tax band near NN17 3NB is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN17 3NB?
GP surgery data for NN17 3NB is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN17 3NB?
The nearest train station to NN17 3NB is Finsbury Park, 67.6 miles away. Ealing Broadway is also nearby.
Is NN17 3NB a suitable area for families?
NN17 3NB scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at NN17 3NB?
Air quality at NN17 3NB 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 3NB?
EV charging data for NN17 3NB is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN17 3NB?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN17 3NBRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
80Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
78Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Weldon
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01035396
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