Q1
Best network for NN3?
EE leads with 83/100 — driven by 68% 5G and 99% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Northampton.
NN3 DISTRICT · NORTHAMPTON
Best mobile network in NN3 Northampton postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the NN3 postcode district in Northampton.
RESULT · NN3 · NORTHAMPTON
Coverage for NN3 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
83/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the NN3 district in Northampton. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — NN3
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Vodafone
#4
Three
Coverage analysis — NN3
Drawing on Ofcom Connected Nations 2024 premises coverage statistics, EE delivers the strongest signal in Northampton. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 83/100 — driven by good 5G coverage (68%) and rock-solid 4G at 99%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE clearly leads O2 by 9 points overall. While O2 reaches 50% on 5G and 98% on 4G in Northampton, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Vodafone and Three round out the field at 74 and 72 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — NN3
Q2
Is 5G available in NN3?
EE provides good 5G coverage at 68%. O2 follows at 50%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 99%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is Vodafone worth considering?
Vodafone scores 74/100 in NN3 (49% 5G, 99% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.