Broadband in NN11 2BL

Looking at NN11 2BL in Whilton? 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.

100% of premises at NN11 2BL 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.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN11 2BL. 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 NN11 2BL mean in practice? Upload speeds average 268.42 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 11 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.

FWA broadband has not reached NN11 2BL yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

Real-world download speeds at NN11 2BL average 291.87 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 268.42 Mbps. Latency sits at 11 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 10 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN11 2BL 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 2.21 km away.

0 crimes were reported near NN11 2BL in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN11 2BL is Long Buckby Junior School. It is a Community school school, 1.48 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN11 2BL 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 NN11 2BL has a population of approximately 2195. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 61.8 miles from NN11 2BL. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 63.8 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 64.7 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN11 2BL is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (27%), D (25%), B (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

4G outdoor coverage at NN11 2BL reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.6%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 98.5%. 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 NN11 2BL: remote working 40/100, family 90/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN11 2BL falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Whilton, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN11 postcode area contains 1127 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN11 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN11 2BL is above the area average of 94%.

How does NN11 2BL compare to its neighbours? NN11 2NR (0.24 miles, Whilton) has 92.9% superfast coverage and 92.9% gigabit. NN11 2NW (0.26 miles, Whilton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN11 2SJ (0.29 miles, Whilton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN11 2NU (0.32 miles, Whilton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Not every property at NN11 2BL 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.

Pulling the data together for NN11 2BL, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN11 2BL is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. West 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. Whilton 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 NN11 2BL. 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.

This covers the key data for NN11 2BL. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Whilton hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.