LE17 postcode

Broadband in LE17 4RY

Bitteswell with Bittesby, Harborough

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 44% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 24 March 2026

Flood Risk

Low

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (44%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 24 March 2026

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Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (1000 Mbps) is available at LE17 4RY. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

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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)44%
44%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)44%
44%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit44%
44%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at LE17 4RY

30–300 Mbps (56%)
300+ Mbps (44%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at LE17 4RY

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

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

95%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

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

Schools data is currently unavailable.

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Flood risk

🟡

Flood risk: Low

This postcode is in undefined — low risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Risk Level

Low

Environment Agency

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

DEFRA UK-AIR · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA:

Population

N/A

Census 2021

Density

N/A

per km² · Unknown

Median Age

N/A

years (est.)

Census 2021 (ONS)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01025816

Overall IMD Decile

N/A / 10

N/A

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

DomainDecileRankAssessment
IncomeN/AN/AN/A
EmploymentN/AN/AN/A
EducationN/AN/AN/A
HealthN/AN/AN/A
CrimeN/AN/AN/A
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Narborough

7.0 mi

by road

🚂

South Wigston

8.5 mi

by road

🚂

Leicester

11.8 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Harborough

Most common: Band

A
5%£1,381
B
10%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
20%£2,531
F
10%£2,991
G
8%£3,452
H
2%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25

VOA (Valuation Office Agency)

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Living near LE17 4RY

This is the area guide for LE17 4RY, located in Bitteswell with Bittesby (Harborough). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at LE17 4RY is almost universal at 100%. Ultrafast (100 Mbps+) reaches 44.4% of properties. Gigabit-capable connections cover 44.4% of premises. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 44.4% of addresses. The maximum download speed recorded is 1000 Mbps Mbps. That is well above the UK average of 69 Mbps.

Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. 44.4% of connections can achieve 300 Mbps or faster.

0 crimes were reported near LE17 4RY in the most recent month. The level is relatively low for England and Wales. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level.

Flood risk at LE17 4RY is rated Low. Minor precautions may be worth considering.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for LE17 4RY: remote working 100/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

When choosing a broadband provider at LE17 4RY, check what technology reaches your specific address. Full fibre providers may offer faster, more reliable connections than part-fibre. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.

Bitteswell with Bittesby offers a mix of local amenities and residential properties. The character of the area is best judged by visiting in person.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband), 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. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Before making a decision, visit in person. Check the commute. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

This covers the key data for LE17 4RY. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. Check back periodically as data updates. For area-wide trends, see the Bitteswell with Bittesby district page.

More local data is being added for this postcode

This page already has postcode-specific content, and more data-backed sections will appear as the remaining local datasets finish processing.

Frequently asked questions about LE17 4RY

What are the broadband speeds available at LE17 4RY?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at LE17 4RY. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 44.4%.

What is the average house price near LE17 4RY?

No recent house price data is available for LE17 4RY.

What is the flood risk for properties at LE17 4RY?

LE17 4RY has a Low flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the LE17 4RY area?

School data for LE17 4RY is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in LE17 4RY compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is LE17 4RY for remote working?

LE17 4RY scores 100/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at LE17 4RY?

Mobile coverage data for LE17 4RY is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near LE17 4RY?

EPC data for LE17 4RY is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at LE17 4RY?

Council tax band information for LE17 4RY is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near LE17 4RY?

GP surgery data for LE17 4RY is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near LE17 4RY?

Transport data for LE17 4RY is being updated.

Is LE17 4RY a suitable area for families?

LE17 4RY scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at LE17 4RY?

Air quality data for LE17 4RY is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from LE17 4RY?

EV charging data for LE17 4RY is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at LE17 4RY?

Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 44.4% of premises at LE17 4RY. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local operators for availability at your address.

Area suitability scores

LE17 4RY

Remote Worker

100

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

Family

80

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

Value for Money

50

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

Map

Area info

Parish

Bitteswell with Bittesby

District

Harborough

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01025816

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