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Broadband in NN6 6LZ

Yelvertoft, West Northamptonshire

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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 13 March 2026

Flood Risk

High

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 13 March 2026

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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.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical 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
Gigabit100%
100%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at NN6 6LZ

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN6 6LZ

Based on 75 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

90

Mbps

Upload

41

Mbps

Latency

10

ms

Tests

75

results

Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Digital Divide at NN6 6LZ

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Cell Tower Coverage near NN6 6LZ

No cell towers found within 2 km. Mobile signal may be weak in this area.

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.6%

5G Outdoor

98.5%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

House prices

Average price

£295,000

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
£295,000ELKINS CLOSE

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 0

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Yelvertoft Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.1 mi
Crick Primary SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆2.0 mi
Houlton SchoolFree schoolsNot available★★★☆☆2.8 mi
St Gabriel's CofE AcademyFree schoolsNot available★★★☆☆2.8 mi
West Haddon Endowed Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary controlled schoolNot available★★★☆☆3.0 mi

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Flood risk

Zone 3b

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Flood risk: High

This postcode is in Zone 3b — high risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Zone 3b

Risk Level

High

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)7.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)3.6 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 001C

Population

1,873

Census 2021

Density

37

per km² · Rural

Median Age

42

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027030

Overall IMD Decile

6 / 10

Average

Ranked

18,630

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Daventry 001C (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income926,288Least deprived
Employment826,183Above average
Education95Least deprived
Health9N/ALeast deprived
Crime3N/ABelow average
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔌

BP-Pulse (POLAR)

CHAdeMO

1.9 mi

away

🔋

Bp Pulse

Type 22 points

5.8 mi

away

🔋

Bp Pulse

Type 22 points

5.8 mi

away

🔋

Cummins Engines

Type 216 points

8.2 mi

away

🔋

Cummins Engines

Type 24 points

8.2 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Council tax bands

Band distribution for West Northamptonshire

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire

A
8%£1,381
B
22%£1,611
C
27%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
12%£2,531
F
4%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

CRICK MEDICAL PRACTICE

NN6 7TT·2.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE

NN6 8QE·4.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

BROWNSOVER MEDICAL CENTRE

CV21 1JF·5.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

THE LONG BUCKBY PRACTICE

NN6 7QB·5.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

WHITEHALL MEDICAL PRACTICE

CV21 3AQ·5.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Living near NN6 6LZ

Yelvertoft is home to NN6 6LZ. 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.

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.

Looking at the full speed profile for NN6 6LZ gives a better picture of what to expect. 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 NN6 6LZ into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 40.85 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 10 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 NN6 6LZ. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN6 6LZ see average downloads of 89.84 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 40.85 Mbps. Latency sits at 10 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 75 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN6 6LZ 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 4.42 km away.

House prices near NN6 6LZ sit at £295,000 on average. This puts the area near the national benchmark. This is based on 1 recorded transaction from Land Registry data.

In the latest month of data, 0 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN6 6LZ is Yelvertoft Primary School. It is a Community school school, 0.15 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN6 6LZ is rated High (Zone 3b). Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed. 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 NN6 6LZ has a population of approximately 1873. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.

Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 68.6 miles from NN6 6LZ. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 70.4 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 71.4 miles.

The most common council tax band near NN6 6LZ 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.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN6 6LZ is available across 100% of the area. 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 NN6 6LZ: remote working 40/100, family 85/100, value 70/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

NN6 6LZ falls within the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The immediate area is Yelvertoft, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN6 postcode area contains 1160 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN6 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN6 6LZ is above the area average of 89%.

How does NN6 6LZ compare to its neighbours? NN6 6LU (0.06 miles, Yelvertoft) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 6LT (0.07 miles, Yelvertoft) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 6LS (0.07 miles, Yelvertoft) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN6 6LE (0.08 miles, Yelvertoft) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Not every property at NN6 6LZ 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.

Looking at the overall picture for NN6 6LZ, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at NN6 6LZ 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. Yelvertoft 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 NN6 6LZ, 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.

This covers the key data for NN6 6LZ. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Yelvertoft hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.

Frequently asked questions about NN6 6LZ

What are the broadband speeds available at NN6 6LZ?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN6 6LZ. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near NN6 6LZ?

The average property price at NN6 6LZ is £295,000, based on 1 recorded transactions.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN6 6LZ?

NN6 6LZ has a High flood risk rating, classified as Zone 3b. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the NN6 6LZ area?

The nearest school is Yelvertoft Primary School (Community school), 0.15 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in NN6 6LZ compare to other areas?

0 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is NN6 6LZ for remote working?

NN6 6LZ scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at NN6 6LZ?

4G outdoor coverage at NN6 6LZ is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN6 6LZ?

EPC data for NN6 6LZ is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at NN6 6LZ?

The most common council tax band near NN6 6LZ is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN6 6LZ?

GP surgery data for NN6 6LZ is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near NN6 6LZ?

The nearest train station to NN6 6LZ is Ealing Broadway, 68.6 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.

Is NN6 6LZ a suitable area for families?

NN6 6LZ scores 85/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at NN6 6LZ?

Air quality at NN6 6LZ is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN6 6LZ?

EV charging data for NN6 6LZ is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN6 6LZ?

Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.

Area suitability scores

NN6 6LZ

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

85

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

70

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

Area info

Parish

Yelvertoft

District

West Northamptonshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027030

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