EH5 postcode
Broadband in EH5 3DY
Forth, City of Edinburgh
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026
Flood Risk
Unknown
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
300 Mbps
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical 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 |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at EH5 3DY
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Digital Divide at EH5 3DY
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 0
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
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Flood risk
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Flood risk: Unknown
This postcode is in undefined — unknown risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Risk Level
Unknown
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
Area demographics
Data for LSOA:
Population
N/A
Census 2021
Density
N/A
per km² · Unknown
Median Age
N/A
years (est.)
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: S01014876
Overall IMD Decile
N/A / 10
N/A
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Employment | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Education | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Health | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Crime | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
Council tax bands
Band distribution for City of Edinburgh
Most common: Band
Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25
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EH5 3DY sits in Forth, part of City of Edinburgh. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources.
100% of premises at EH5 3DY can access superfast broadband. The maximum download speed recorded is 300 Mbps Mbps. That is well above the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. 0% of connections can achieve 300 Mbps or faster.
In the latest month of data, 0 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level.
Flood risk at EH5 3DY is rated Unknown. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information.
Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.
Suitability scores for EH5 3DY: remote working 95/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.
When choosing a broadband provider at EH5 3DY, check what technology reaches your specific address. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.
Forth 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.
Before making a decision, visit in person. Check the commute. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.
This covers the key data for EH5 3DY. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. Check back periodically as data updates. For area-wide trends, see the Forth district page.
More local data is being added for this postcode
This page already has postcode-specific content, and more data-backed sections will appear as the remaining local datasets finish processing.
Frequently asked questions about EH5 3DY
What are the broadband speeds available at EH5 3DY?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at EH5 3DY. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps Mbps.
What is the average house price near EH5 3DY?
No recent house price data is available for EH5 3DY.
What is the flood risk for properties at EH5 3DY?
EH5 3DY has a Unknown flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the EH5 3DY area?
School data for EH5 3DY is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.
How does crime rate in EH5 3DY compare to other areas?
0 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is EH5 3DY for remote working?
EH5 3DY scores 95/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.
What is the mobile signal like at EH5 3DY?
Mobile coverage data for EH5 3DY is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near EH5 3DY?
EPC data for EH5 3DY is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at EH5 3DY?
Council tax band information for EH5 3DY is being updated.
How accessible are GP surgeries near EH5 3DY?
GP surgery data for EH5 3DY is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near EH5 3DY?
Transport data for EH5 3DY is being updated.
Is EH5 3DY a suitable area for families?
EH5 3DY scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at EH5 3DY?
Air quality data for EH5 3DY is being updated.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from EH5 3DY?
EV charging data for EH5 3DY is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at EH5 3DY?
Full fibre availability at EH5 3DY is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.
Area suitability scores
EH5 3DYRemote Worker
95Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
80Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Area info
Parish
Forth
District
City of Edinburgh
Region
Constituency
LSOA
S01014876
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