NN17 postcode
Broadband in NN17 5HD
Weldon, North Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 24 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 5HD. 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 5HD
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN17 5HD
Based on 20 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
311
Mbps
Upload
91
Mbps
Latency
9
ms
Tests
20
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN17 5HD
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN17 5HD
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
1
towers
Nearest Tower
1.5
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
£288,042
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £315,000 | HORSETAIL WALK | |
| £299,250 | HORSETAIL WALK | |
| £310,000 | HORSETAIL WALK | |
| £299,250 | HORSETAIL WALK | |
| £315,400 | HORSETAIL WALK | |
| £345,000 | HORSETAIL WALK | |
| £285,000 | HORSETAIL WALK | |
| £315,000 | HORSETAIL WALK | |
| £218,500 | HORSETAIL WALK | |
| £299,250 | HORSETAIL WALK |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 26
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priors Hall - A Learning Community | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Corby Business Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Weldon Church of England Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Weldon Village Academy | Free schools | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Corby Old Village Primary School | Community school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 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 006C
Population
1,723
Census 2021
Density
407
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: E01035393
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
8.2 mi
away
Believ
8.2 mi
away
BP Pulse
8.3 mi
away
BP Pulse
8.3 mi
away
MFG Kettering Lower Street
8.4 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
CORBY URGENT CARE CENTRE
new patients
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NN17 5HD 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.
Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN17 5HD. 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.
Translating the numbers at NN17 5HD into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 91.31 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 NN17 5HD. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.
Real-world download speeds at NN17 5HD average 310.98 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 91.31 Mbps. Latency sits at 9 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 20 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At NN17 5HD, 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.
Within 2 km that count rises to 1. The nearest tower is 1.54 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
Property at NN17 5HD averages £288,042, which is roughly in line with UK averages. This is based on 13 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
26 crimes were reported near NN17 5HD in the most recent month. The level is moderate. 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 5HD is Priors Hall - A Learning Community. It is a Academy converter school, 0.61 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN17 5HD 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 5HD 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 68.5 miles from NN17 5HD. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 69.7 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 70.5 miles.
The most common council tax band near NN17 5HD 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 NN17 5HD 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 5HD: remote working 40/100, family 80/100, value 70/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
The local authority for NN17 5HD 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 5HD is close to the area average of 97%.
How does NN17 5HD compare to its neighbours? NN17 5HF (0.04 miles, Weldon) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN17 5HG (0.05 miles, Weldon) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN17 5HE (0.06 miles, Weldon) has 96.4% superfast coverage and 96.4% gigabit. NN17 5HH (0.07 miles, Weldon) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At NN17 5HD, 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.
Looking at the overall picture for NN17 5HD, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at NN17 5HD 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.
Data is a starting point for Weldon. 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 5HD. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Weldon hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.
Frequently asked questions about NN17 5HD
What are the broadband speeds available at NN17 5HD?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN17 5HD. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN17 5HD?
The average property price at NN17 5HD is £288,042, based on 13 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN17 5HD?
NN17 5HD 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 5HD area?
The nearest school is Priors Hall - A Learning Community (Academy converter), 0.61 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN17 5HD compare to other areas?
26 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is a moderate level.
How suitable is NN17 5HD for remote working?
NN17 5HD scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN17 5HD?
4G outdoor coverage at NN17 5HD is 100%. 5G reaches 96.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN17 5HD?
EPC data for NN17 5HD is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN17 5HD?
The most common council tax band near NN17 5HD is Band C. The billing authority is North Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN17 5HD?
GP surgery data for NN17 5HD is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN17 5HD?
The nearest train station to NN17 5HD is Finsbury Park, 68.5 miles away. Ealing Broadway is also nearby.
Is NN17 5HD a suitable area for families?
NN17 5HD scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at NN17 5HD?
Air quality at NN17 5HD 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 5HD?
EV charging data for NN17 5HD is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN17 5HD?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN17 5HDRemote 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
70Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Weldon
District
North Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01035393
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