M33 postcode

Broadband in M33 5UL

Trafford, Trafford

Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.

Best speed300 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 4 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 4 March 2026

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Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

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

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

The best available speed at M33 5UL 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 M33 5UL

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at M33 5UL

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

99%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

0%

Networks with 4G

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

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

Zone 2/3

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Flood risk: Medium

This postcode is in Zone 2/3 — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Zone 2/3

Risk Level

Medium

Environment Agency flood risk data

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Fair air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)2.5 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

Open-Meteo Air Quality API · 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: E01006148

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

🚂

Deansgate

5.1 mi

by road

🚂

Manchester Oxford Road

5.3 mi

by road

🚂

Salford Central

5.5 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Trafford

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Trafford

A
30%£1,381
B
25%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
15%£2,071
E
5%£2,531
F
3%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for Trafford, 2024/25

VOA 2025

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Living near M33 5UL

Trafford is home to M33 5UL. 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. The maximum download speed recorded is 300 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Looking at the full speed profile for M33 5UL gives a better picture of what to expect. 100% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

What do the broadband speeds at M33 5UL mean in practice? Multiple 4K streams can run simultaneously. Netflix, Disney+, and iPlayer should all work without buffering even with several devices active. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at M33 5UL. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

0% of premises at M33 5UL 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.

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.

Flood risk at M33 5UL is rated Medium (Zone 2/3). Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed. Air quality is rated Fair with PM2.5 at 2.5 micrograms per cubic metre.

The nearest train station to M33 5UL is Deansgate, 5.1 miles away. You will need a car or bus to reach the station. Park-and-ride may be available. Manchester Oxford Road is the next closest at 5.3 miles. Salford Central offers another option at 5.5 miles.

Properties around M33 5UL most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is Trafford. The three most common bands are A (30%), B (25%), C (20%). Band A corresponds to 1991 property values of up to £40,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

4G outdoor coverage at M33 5UL reaches 99%. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. 5G has not yet reached this postcode. Coverage is expanding but remains concentrated in urban centres. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for M33 5UL: remote working 95/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

M33 5UL falls within the Trafford local authority area. The M33 postcode area contains 1523 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across M33 ranges from 0% to 100%. M33 5UL is close to the area average of 100%.

How does M33 5UL compare to its neighbours? M33 5AN (0.04 miles, Trafford) has 100% superfast coverage and 66.7% gigabit. M33 6QF (0.11 miles, Trafford) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. M33 5AW (0.07 miles, Trafford) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. M33 5AQ (0.11 miles, Trafford) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at M33 5UL, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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.

Life in Trafford depends on what matters to you. Broadband, transport, and local services vary by street.

Pulling the data together for M33 5UL, here is what stands out. Both fixed and mobile connectivity are strong. Backup options exist if one connection fails.

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.

Numbers tell part of the story for M33 5UL. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

M33 5UL in Trafford: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.

Frequently asked questions about M33 5UL

What are the broadband speeds available at M33 5UL?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at M33 5UL. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps.

What is the average house price near M33 5UL?

No recent house price data is available for M33 5UL.

What is the flood risk for properties at M33 5UL?

M33 5UL has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the M33 5UL area?

School data for M33 5UL is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in M33 5UL compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is M33 5UL for remote working?

M33 5UL scores 95/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at M33 5UL?

4G outdoor coverage at M33 5UL is 99%. 5G reaches 0%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near M33 5UL?

EPC data for M33 5UL is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at M33 5UL?

The most common council tax band near M33 5UL is Band C. The billing authority is Trafford.

How accessible are GP surgeries near M33 5UL?

GP surgery data for M33 5UL is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near M33 5UL?

The nearest train station to M33 5UL is Deansgate, 5.1 miles away. Manchester Oxford Road is also nearby.

Is M33 5UL a suitable area for families?

M33 5UL scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at M33 5UL?

Air quality at M33 5UL is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 2.5 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from M33 5UL?

EV charging data for M33 5UL is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at M33 5UL?

Full fibre availability at M33 5UL is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

M33 5UL

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

Trafford

District

Trafford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01006148

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