EX5 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,138 postcodes across 6 sectors in East Devon.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
62%
Superfast
78%
Postcodes
1,138
EX5 spans 1,138 postcodes across East Devon. Gigabit is available to 61.8%, with the remainder split between superfast and a notable 8.2% below 30 Mbps.
Broadband speeds in EX5
Share of EX5 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,138 postcodes in the district.
EX5 is mixed across its 1,138 postcodes. Gigabit (300+ Mbps) reaches 61.8%, below typical UK levels and well behind neighbouring EX4. Superfast (30+ Mbps) reaches 77.9%, leaving 22.1% below 30 Mbps. Wireless technology at 20.7% plays a supporting role. The speed profile splits into tiers: 61.8% gigabit, 16.1% superfast (30-100 Mbps), 8.2% below 30 Mbps, 1% below 10 Mbps. This marks a distinct step down from EX4's dominance. For postcodes in the mid-tier, expect speeds of 50-100 Mbps. The 8.2% below 30 Mbps represents roughly 93 premises facing bandwidth constraints. The variation across EX5 is greater than neighbouring codes, suggesting mixed infrastructure ages and types.
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
1%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
21%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
EX5 splits into 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX5 1 | 211 | 91% | 0% | 83% |
| EX5 2 | 270 | 79% | 0% | 65% |
| EX5 3 | 133 | 61% | 0% | 51% |
| EX5 4 | 197 | 67% | 0% | 31% |
| EX5 5 | 161 | 67% | 0% | 41% |
| EX5 7 | 166 | 97% | 0% | 94% |
All EX5 1 postcodes (211)
All EX5 2 postcodes (270)
All EX5 3 postcodes (133)
All EX5 4 postcodes (197)
All EX5 5 postcodes (161)
All EX5 7 postcodes (166)
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Living in East Devon
Most households in EX5 will access gigabit or solid superfast speeds, but more variability exists than in neighbouring outward codes. For the 22% without superfast, connectivity may impose limits on streaming or simultaneous work-from-home.
Remote worker score
53/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
50/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
EX5 broadband FAQs
Why does EX5 have lower gigabit availability than EX4?
EX5 covers more rural areas than EX4. Infrastructure investments differ by locality; EX4's Exeter core and denser towns pull its average higher.
What speeds should I expect if my EX5 postcode isn't gigabit?
16.1% of postcodes sit in the superfast tier, likely 40-100 Mbps. A smaller 8.2% slip below 30 Mbps.
How many EX5 postcodes are poorly connected?
About 93 postcodes, or 8.2%, fall below 30 Mbps. Most are manageable with superfast; only 11 are below 10 Mbps.
Should I check my EX5 postcode before relying on high-speed broadband?
Yes. While gigabit is likely, EX5 has more variability than some East Devon neighbours. Verify your specific address.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in EX5 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