LE1 postcode

Broadband in LE1 1WL

Leicester, Leicester

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Best speed300 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 16 March 2026

Flood Risk

High

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 16 March 2026

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

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

The best available speed at LE1 1WL is 300 Mbps. That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.

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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)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)0%
0%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at LE1 1WL

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at LE1 1WL

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: 8

violent crime50%4
burglary13%1
other theft13%1
public order13%1
theft from the person13%1

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: High

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

Flood Zone

Risk Level

High

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: E01032872

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

🚂

Leicester

0.3 mi

by road

🚂

South Wigston

3.7 mi

by road

🚂

Syston

4.9 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Leicester

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 LE1 1WL

LE1 1WL sits in Leicester. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources.

100% of premises at LE1 1WL can access superfast broadband. The maximum download speed recorded is 300 Mbps Mbps. That is well above the UK average of 69 Mbps.

Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. 0% of connections can achieve 300 Mbps or faster.

Crime in the LSOA covering LE1 1WL totalled 8 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include burglary and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level.

Flood risk at LE1 1WL is rated High. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for LE1 1WL: remote working 95/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

Not every property at LE1 1WL gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.

Leicester 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.

That is the full data picture for LE1 1WL in Leicester. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. If you are comparing areas, check the district hub page for wider context.

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 LE1 1WL

What are the broadband speeds available at LE1 1WL?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at LE1 1WL. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps Mbps.

What is the average house price near LE1 1WL?

No recent house price data is available for LE1 1WL.

What is the flood risk for properties at LE1 1WL?

LE1 1WL has a High flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the LE1 1WL area?

School data for LE1 1WL is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in LE1 1WL compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is LE1 1WL for remote working?

LE1 1WL scores 95/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at LE1 1WL?

Mobile coverage data for LE1 1WL is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near LE1 1WL?

EPC data for LE1 1WL is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at LE1 1WL?

Council tax band information for LE1 1WL is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near LE1 1WL?

GP surgery data for LE1 1WL is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near LE1 1WL?

Transport data for LE1 1WL is being updated.

Is LE1 1WL a suitable area for families?

LE1 1WL scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at LE1 1WL?

Air quality data for LE1 1WL is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from LE1 1WL?

EV charging data for LE1 1WL is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at LE1 1WL?

Full fibre availability at LE1 1WL is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

LE1 1WL

Remote Worker

95

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

Leicester

District

Leicester

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01032872

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