E5 postcode

Broadband in E5 9GT

Hackney, Hackney

Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.

Best speed300 Mbps
StandardSuperfastGigabit
Compare Broadband Deals →

Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 29 March 2026

Flood Risk

Data pending

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 29 March 2026

Speed Calculator

Adjust the options below to see how much broadband speed your household needs.

2
18

HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

The best available speed at E5 9GT is 300 Mbps. That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.

Compare Deals in E5 9GT

Speed Test

Check your current download speed and see how it compares to what is available at E5 9GT.

The test downloads a 2 MB file from our server and measures how long it takes.

This test measures download speed only. Results vary depending on network conditions.

Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical 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
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at E5 9GT

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at E5 9GT

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

99%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

0%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · Data at local authority area level

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 4

shoplifting50%2
robbery25%1
other theft25%1

Compare broadband in E5 9GT

Find the best broadband packages available at your address.

Compare Deals Now

Area demographics

Data for LSOA:

Population

N/A

Census 2021

Density

N/A

per km² · Unknown

Median Age

N/A

years (est.)

Census 2021 (ONS)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01033702

Overall IMD Decile

N/A / 10

N/A

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
IncomeN/AN/AN/A
EmploymentN/AN/AN/A
EducationN/AN/AN/A
HealthN/AN/AN/A
CrimeN/AN/AN/A
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Finsbury Park

2.4 mi

by road

🚂

Stratford

2.6 mi

by road

🚂

London Liverpool Street

3.6 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Hackney

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Hackney

A
30%£1,381
B
25%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
15%£2,071
E
5%£2,531
F
3%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for Hackney, 2024/25

VOA 2025

Ready to switch? See what's available at your address.

Check Deals

Living near E5 9GT

E5 9GT sits in Hackney. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at E5 9GT stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. The maximum download speed recorded is 300 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at E5 9GT tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 100% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

What do the broadband speeds at E5 9GT mean in practice? Multiple 4K streams can run simultaneously. Netflix, Disney+, and iPlayer should all work without buffering even with several devices active. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at E5 9GT. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

0% of premises at E5 9GT fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

In the latest month of data, 4 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was shoplifting. Other frequent types include robbery and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest train station to E5 9GT is Finsbury Park, 2.4 miles away. A short drive or cycle gets you to the platform. Bus links may also connect. Stratford is the next closest at 2.6 miles. London Liverpool Street offers another option at 3.6 miles.

The most common council tax band near E5 9GT is Band C. The billing authority is Hackney. The three most common bands are A (30%), B (25%), C (20%). Band A corresponds to 1991 property values of up to £40,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at E5 9GT is available across 99% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. 5G has not yet reached this postcode. Coverage is expanding but remains concentrated in urban centres. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for E5 9GT: remote working 95/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

The local authority for E5 9GT is Hackney. The E5 postcode area contains 642 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across E5 ranges from 0% to 100%. E5 9GT is close to the area average of 100%.

How does E5 9GT compare to its neighbours? E5 9GL (0.04 miles, Hackney) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. E5 9GZ (0.04 miles, Hackney) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. E5 9GN (0.04 miles, Hackney) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. E5 9PD (0.06 miles, Hackney) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At E5 9GT, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Every part of Hackney has its own feel. This data gives you the factual starting point. A visit fills in the rest.

Pulling the data together for E5 9GT, here is what stands out. Both fixed and mobile connectivity are strong. Backup options exist if one connection fails.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), 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. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Numbers tell part of the story for E5 9GT. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

That is the full data picture for E5 9GT in Hackney. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.

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 E5 9GT

What are the broadband speeds available at E5 9GT?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at E5 9GT. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps.

What is the average house price near E5 9GT?

No recent house price data is available for E5 9GT.

What schools are nearby in the E5 9GT area?

School data for E5 9GT is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in E5 9GT compare to other areas?

4 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is E5 9GT for remote working?

E5 9GT scores 95/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at E5 9GT?

4G outdoor coverage at E5 9GT is 99%. 5G reaches 0%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near E5 9GT?

EPC data for E5 9GT is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at E5 9GT?

The most common council tax band near E5 9GT is Band C. The billing authority is Hackney.

How accessible are GP surgeries near E5 9GT?

GP surgery data for E5 9GT is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near E5 9GT?

The nearest train station to E5 9GT is Finsbury Park, 2.4 miles away. Stratford is also nearby.

Is E5 9GT a suitable area for families?

E5 9GT scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at E5 9GT?

Air quality data for E5 9GT is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from E5 9GT?

EV charging data for E5 9GT is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at E5 9GT?

Full fibre availability at E5 9GT is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

E5 9GT

Remote Worker

95

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

80

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

50

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

Area info

Parish

Hackney

District

Hackney

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01033702

Best deals

Compare broadband deals in E5 9GT

Find the best packages from UK providers in minutes.

Check Available Deals

Broadband deals for E5 9GT

Compare Deals