EH5 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 631 postcodes across 3 sectors in City of Edinburgh.
Full fibre
95%
Gigabit
95%
Superfast
99%
Postcodes
631
EH5 is a central Edinburgh district spanning 631 postcodes with 95.1% gigabit availability and 98.5% superfast penetration. This is an exemplary urban fibre deployment.
Broadband speeds in EH5
Share of EH5 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 631 postcodes in the district.
Full fibre gigabit reaches 95.1% of EH5's postcodes. Superfast coverage is near-total at 98.5%, leaving only minimal gaps. Speed distribution is sharply skewed toward fast tiers: 95.9% reach 300 Mbps or faster, and only 2.6% sit at 30-300 Mbps. No premises fall below the Universal Service Obligation. Aerial technology plays no role. EH5 represents mature urban fibre deployment where multiple providers compete. Residents benefit from straightforward gigabit choices with consistent availability across postcodes. The near-total absence of postcodes below gigabit reflects dense urban character and early infrastructure investment. Those without gigabit access typically have strong superfast alternatives. Speed variation across the district is minimal; most households can expect gigabit availability from their chosen provider. Future expansion will likely connect the small percentage of remaining unserved postcodes. Competition and coverage density create favourable conditions for residents seeking fast, reliable broadband with multiple service options available.
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
EH5 splits into 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EH5 1 | 231 | 97% | 91% | 91% |
| EH5 2 | 195 | 100% | 99% | 99% |
| EH5 3 | 205 | 100% | 96% | 96% |
All EH5 1 postcodes (231)
All EH5 2 postcodes (195)
All EH5 3 postcodes (205)
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Living in City of Edinburgh
EH5 represents mature urban fibre deployment. Almost every household has gigabit access or a superfast fallback. The district offers little variation in speed tier across postcodes.
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
EH5 broadband FAQs
What percentage of EH5 homes have gigabit fibre?
95.1% of postcodes, reflecting near-complete full-fibre coverage across central Edinburgh.
Are there gaps in coverage in EH5?
No. 100% have at least superfast access, and 95% have gigabit.
Can I expect consistent fast speeds throughout EH5?
Yes. 96% of postcodes reach 300 Mbps or faster; speed variation is minimal.
Why is EH5 so well-connected compared to other postcodes?
As a central urban area with dense housing and established infrastructure, EH5 attracted early and full fibre investment.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in EH5 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