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Broadband in CM6 1DL

Great Dunmow, Uttlesford

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

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Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Rex Blackwell

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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

Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at CM6 1DL. 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)43%
43%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit43%
43%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at CM6 1DL

30–300 Mbps (57%)
300+ Mbps (43%)

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

Schools nearby

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

Schools data is currently unavailable.

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Flood risk

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Flood risk: Medium

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

Flood Zone

Risk Level

Medium

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

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

Network Rail / National Rail · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Uttlesford

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 CM6 1DL

CM6 1DL is in Great Dunmow, Uttlesford. This guide pulls together data from Ofcom, Land Registry, Police.uk, and more. Every figure is specific to this postcode or its local area. We cover broadband, real-world speeds, house prices, and crime. Plus schools, flood risk, air quality, transport, and GP access. Use it to compare against other postcodes you're considering.

Broadband at CM6 1DL is solid. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Great Dunmow beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 43%. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 43% coverage. Gigabit rollout is underway but not complete.

Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.

Limited house price data for CM6 1DL. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.

Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 1. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Unknown.

No public EV chargers recorded nearby. Home charging would be the main option. Check Zap-Map for the latest charger locations.

4G outdoor coverage: 95%. Good coverage. Some indoor dead spots possible. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.

A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. Run a speed test after installation. If speeds don't match what you're paying for, complain.

Where does this data come from? Broadband figures from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Crime from Police.uk. House prices from HM Land Registry. Demographics from the ONS Census. Flood data from the Environment Agency. Speed tests from Ookla. All public, all verifiable.

Before committing to CM6 1DL, visit at different times. Morning rush hour tells you about traffic and parking. Evening shows you noise levels. Weekends reveal how busy local shops and parks get. Check the walk to the nearest school or station yourself.

CM6 1DL has its strengths and weak spots like anywhere. Use the data above as your starting point. Check providers and schools directly. Visit the area on a weekday and a weekend. Numbers only tell part of the story. The feel of a place matters too. We update these figures regularly as new data is released.

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 CM6 1DL

What broadband speeds are available at CM6 1DL?

100% of premises can get superfast broadband here. Top listed speed is Gigabit (1Gbps+).

Can I get gigabit broadband at CM6 1DL?

43% of premises here can get gigabit-capable broadband.

What are house prices like near CM6 1DL?

Recent sale data is limited around CM6 1DL, which often happens in mixed-use or low-turnover areas.

What schools are near CM6 1DL?

School data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

What is the flood risk at CM6 1DL?

CM6 1DL is marked as Medium flood risk in the current dataset.

How is air quality around CM6 1DL?

Air quality data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

Are there GP surgeries near CM6 1DL?

GP access data for this postcode is not loaded yet.

What transport links does CM6 1DL have?

Transport station data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

Is there mobile coverage at CM6 1DL?

Outdoor 4G coverage is listed at 95% and 5G at undefined% for the wider area.

Can I charge an EV near CM6 1DL?

EV charging data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

What council tax band is common near CM6 1DL?

Council tax distribution is not loaded for this postcode yet.

What makes CM6 1DL different from nearby areas?

CM6 1DL has its own mix of broadband coverage, local services, prices, and environmental signals. That is why postcode-level pages are more useful than generic town guides.

Should I compare CM6 1DL with nearby postcodes?

Yes. Small postcode changes can mean different prices, flood signals, and service access.

Is CM6 1DL worth checking in person?

Yes. The numbers narrow the shortlist, but walking the street still tells you things no dataset can.

How current is the data for CM6 1DL?

This page uses official datasets that update on different cycles, so it is best used as a strong screening tool.

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Area info

Parish

Great Dunmow

District

Uttlesford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01033056

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