LE17 postcode

Broadband in LE17 4XW

Bitteswell with Bittesby, Harborough

Superfast broadband covers 45.5% of premises here.

Best speed300 Mbps
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026

Flood Risk

Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 7 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 LE17 4XW 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)46%
46%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)46%
46%
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 LE17 4XW

46%
9%
46%
0–2 Mbps (46%)
10–30 Mbps (9%)
30–300 Mbps (46%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at LE17 4XW

27% of premises cannot get the Universal Service Obligation minimum (10 Mbps down / 1 Mbps up). These premises are considered underserved.
Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)27%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage55%

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

8.1 mi

by road

🚂

South Wigston

9.9 mi

by road

🚂

Leicester

13.1 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 4XW

Looking at LE17 4XW in Bitteswell with Bittesby? Here is what the data says. From broadband coverage to crime rates, this is the full picture. All numbers are from official sources.

Superfast coverage here stands at 45.5%. That is below the UK average of 93%. The maximum download speed recorded is 300 Mbps Mbps. That is well above the UK average of 69 Mbps.

27.3% of premises here fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Some properties still lack adequate speeds. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 54.5% of the area. 0% of connections can achieve 300 Mbps or faster.

0 crimes were reported near LE17 4XW 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 4XW is rated Low. Minor precautions may be worth considering.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for LE17 4XW: remote working 75/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.

When choosing a broadband provider at LE17 4XW, check what technology reaches your specific address. 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.

Data is a starting point. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise, and the feel of the area. Some things only a visit can reveal.

That is the full data picture for LE17 4XW in Bitteswell with Bittesby. 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.

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Frequently asked questions about LE17 4XW

What are the broadband speeds available at LE17 4XW?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 45.5% of premises at LE17 4XW. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps Mbps.

What is the average house price near LE17 4XW?

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

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

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

What schools are nearby in the LE17 4XW area?

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

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

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

How suitable is LE17 4XW for remote working?

LE17 4XW scores 75/100 for remote working suitability. Broadband is adequate for most remote tasks.

What is the mobile signal like at LE17 4XW?

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

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

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

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

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

How accessible are GP surgeries near LE17 4XW?

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

What transport links are available near LE17 4XW?

Transport data for LE17 4XW is being updated.

Is LE17 4XW a suitable area for families?

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

What is the air quality like at LE17 4XW?

Air quality data for LE17 4XW is being updated.

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

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

Can I get full fibre broadband at LE17 4XW?

Full fibre availability at LE17 4XW is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

LE17 4XW

Remote Worker

75

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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