E17 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,446 postcodes across 7 sectors in Waltham Forest.
Full fibre
93%
Gigabit
93%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
1,446
E17 in Waltham Forest is the best-connected postcode in this batch, with 92.6% full fibre across 1,446 postcodes and 93.3% at gigabit speeds.
Broadband speeds in E17
Share of E17 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,446 postcodes in the district.
E17 achieves a remarkable profile. Ninety-two point six per cent of its large postcode base have full fibre-to-the-premises, the highest share in this data set. The 93.3% gigabit share (300 Mbps plus) confirms that fibre delivery drives practical speeds for the vast majority. Only 4.9% fall into superfast, and none record below-USO speeds. This near-universal saturation reflects Waltham Forest's position as a priority deployment zone for multiple fibre operators competing in north-east London. The scale of E17 (1,446 postcodes) makes this penetration even more significant. For residents here, bandwidth is abundant and future-proofing is assured. Gigabit applications (4K streaming, AR applications, simultaneous video calls and uploads) are feasible without congestion. Even superfast premises enjoy more than adequate capacity.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations. Percentages are district-wide averages of postcode-level availability, so rows may not sum to exactly 100%.
Connectivity in detail
Below 10 Mbps USO
0%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
E17 splits into 7 postcode sectors. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E17 3 | 214 | 98% | 85% | 85% |
| E17 4 | 210 | 99% | 94% | 94% |
| E17 5 | 217 | 98% | 96% | 96% |
| E17 6 | 240 | 97% | 94% | 94% |
| E17 7 | 178 | 97% | 91% | 91% |
| E17 8 | 188 | 99% | 96% | 96% |
| E17 9 | 199 | 100% | 94% | 94% |
All E17 3 postcodes (214)
All E17 4 postcodes (210)
All E17 5 postcodes (217)
All E17 6 postcodes (240)
All E17 7 postcodes (178)
All E17 8 postcodes (188)
All E17 9 postcodes (199)
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Living in Waltham Forest
E17's scale (1,446 postcodes) and fibre saturation make it exceptional. It demonstrates what mature fibre markets deliver.
Crime per month
3
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
99/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
80/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
E17 broadband FAQs
Is E17 the most connected area in London?
Among the postcodes in this batch, yes. At 92.6% full fibre, E17 ranks among the capital's best-connected districts.
What's the size of E17 relative to other London postcodes?
E17 covers 1,446 postcodes, the largest in this batch. Its scale and dense population have attracted sustained fibre investment from Openreach and challengers.
How many premises in E17 lack gigabit access?
Only 6.7% fall short of gigabit, almost all on superfast (30-300 Mbps). The district is effectively fully covered above the superfast threshold.
Will E17 see further fibre expansion?
Coverage is already very high. Future work may focus on remaining superfast-only premises and new-build infill rather than wholesale deployment.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in E17 has its own page with broadband speeds, house prices, school ratings and crime stats. You can also compare providers for your address.
Data sources: Broadband data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · House prices from HM Land Registry · Crime from Police.uk · See all data sources