Broadband in NN17 5FH

Looking at NN17 5FH in Weldon? 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 NN17 5FH stands at 90%. That is close to the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 90% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 90% 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.

Looking at the full speed profile for NN17 5FH gives a better picture of what to expect. 10% of connections fall in the below 2 Mbps range. 90% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. 10% of premises get less than 5 Mbps. That is not enough for reliable video calls or streaming. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

Translating the numbers at NN17 5FH into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 58.3 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 13 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 5FH. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Real-world download speeds at NN17 5FH average 156.46 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 58.3 Mbps. Latency sits at 13 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 79 speed tests run by local users.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN17 5FH, 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 90% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

The nearest tower is 2.92 km away.

Property at NN17 5FH averages £392,500, which is above the UK average of around £290,000. This is based on 2 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN17 5FH totalled 26 offences last month. This is a moderate figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and public order. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN17 5FH is Corby Business Academy. It is a Academy sponsor led school, 0.3 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN17 5FH 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 5FH has a population of approximately 1723. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.

Finsbury Park station is the closest rail link at 69.1 miles from NN17 5FH. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 70.2 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 71.1 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN17 5FH 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 5FH 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 5FH: remote working 35/100, family 80/100, value 60/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for NN17 5FH is North Northamptonshire. 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 5FH is below the area average of 97%.

How does NN17 5FH compare to its neighbours? NN17 5FJ (0.02 miles, Weldon) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN17 5FL (0.02 miles, Weldon) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN17 5FN (0.03 miles, Weldon) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN17 5FF (0.04 miles, Weldon) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

Not every property at NN17 5FH 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 5FH? Connectivity at NN17 5FH 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.

Before making a decision about NN17 5FH, 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 NN17 5FH 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.