LE17 postcode
Broadband in LE17 5EA
Frolesworth, Harborough
Superfast broadband covers 92.9% of premises here.
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Flood Risk
Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
300 Mbps
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Living near LE17 5EA
What's LE17 5EA actually like? We checked Frolesworth's data across 15+ categories. Broadband speeds and real-world performance. House prices and recent sales. Crime rates and categories. Schools, flood risk, air quality, GP access, and transport links. Everything below comes from official public data. Updated regularly. Specific to this postcode wherever possible.
Broadband at LE17 5EA is mixed. Superfast reaches 93% of premises. Below the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast sits at 0%. Some homes will get slower connections. Ask your provider about specific speeds at your address. Don't rely on postcode-level data alone. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as 300 Mbps.
Every premises at LE17 5EA meets the broadband USO. Only 0% can reach 300 Mbps though. The baseline is met. Top speeds are another story. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 92.9% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Limited house price data for LE17 5EA. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.
Police.uk data: 2 incidents last month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Most common type: anti social behaviour (1). Second: criminal damage arson (1). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.
Flood risk: Low. Zone: Zone 1. Small chance of flooding. Check if the property has a history of flood claims. Air quality: Unknown.
Deprivation index: decile undefined out of 10. That's most deprived.
Nearest train station: Narborough. Distance: 4.8 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: South Wigston (7.2 mi). And Leicester (10 mi). No public EV chargers recorded nearby. Home charging would be the main option. Check Zap-Map for the latest charger locations.
4G outdoor coverage: 95%. Good coverage. Some indoor dead spots possible. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Remote working score: 43/100. Workable, but check speeds with your employer. Family score: 50/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.
A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. Run a speed test after installation. If speeds don't match what you're paying for, complain.
Where does this data come from? Broadband figures from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Crime from Police.uk. House prices from HM Land Registry. Demographics from the ONS Census. Flood data from the Environment Agency. Speed tests from Ookla. All public, all verifiable.
Research is one thing. Being there is another. Walk around LE17 5EA at different times of day. Check if the streets feel safe after dark. Look at how well homes are maintained. Visit the nearest park or green space. These things don't show up in statistics.
Those are the facts for LE17 5EA. Compare with other postcodes you're considering. Each section above links to its official source. The data is objective. Your priorities decide which trade-offs matter. What works for a young professional differs from a family with children. Check back for updated figures as new data comes in.
Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 93% | 93% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 93% | 93% | 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 LE17 5EA
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Digital Divide at LE17 5EA
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
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Area suitability scores
LE17 5EARemote Worker
43Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
50Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
0Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 2
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
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Flood risk: Low
This postcode is in undefined — low risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Risk Level
Low
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Harborough
Most common: Band
Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Narborough
4.8 mi
by road
South Wigston
7.2 mi
by road
Leicester
10.0 mi
by road
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
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01025777
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 |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA:
Population
N/A
Census 2021
Density
N/A
per km² · Unknown
Median Age
N/A
years (est.)
Area info
Parish
Frolesworth
District
Harborough
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01025777
Frequently asked questions about LE17 5EA
What are the broadband speeds available at LE17 5EA?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 93% of premises at LE17 5EA. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.
What is the average house price near LE17 5EA?
No recent house price data for LE17 5EA. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at LE17 5EA?
LE17 5EA has a Low flood risk rating, classified as Unknown by the Environment Agency. There is a small chance of flooding in this area.
How does crime rate in LE17 5EA compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 2 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was anti social behaviour.
How suitable is LE17 5EA for remote working?
LE17 5EA scores 43/100 for remote working suitability, making it somewhat limited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at LE17 5EA?
4G outdoor coverage at LE17 5EA is 95%, with 5G outdoor at not yet available. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near LE17 5EA?
EPC data is not yet available for LE17 5EA. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.
What transport links are available near LE17 5EA?
The nearest train station to LE17 5EA is Narborough, 4.8 miles away. Other nearby stations include South Wigston (7.2 mi) and Leicester (10 mi).
Is LE17 5EA a suitable area for families?
LE17 5EA scores 50/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at LE17 5EA?
Air quality at LE17 5EA is rated Unknown with PM2.5 levels at not measured. Check Open-Meteo for detailed air quality forecasts.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from LE17 5EA?
EV charging data is not yet available for LE17 5EA. Check Zap-Map (zap-map.com) for the latest public charging locations near you.
Can I get full fibre broadband at LE17 5EA?
Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at LE17 5EA. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.
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