E5 postcode

Broadband in E5 9JE

Hackney, Hackney

Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.

Best speed300 Mbps
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Flood Risk

Data pending

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

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

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Living near E5 9JE

E5 9JE is in Hackney. This guide pulls together data from Ofcom, Land Registry, Police.uk, and more. Every figure is specific to this postcode or its local area. We cover broadband, real-world speeds, house prices, and crime. Plus schools, flood risk, air quality, transport, and GP access. Use it to compare against other postcodes you're considering.

Internet coverage here is good. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Hackney beats that. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as 300 Mbps.

Every premises at E5 9JE 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 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.

Limited house price data for E5 9JE. 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.

Crime figures for this area: 1 in one month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Most common type: violent crime (1). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. One month is a snapshot. Look at trends over time.

Deprivation index: decile undefined out of 10. That's most deprived.

Nearest train station: Finsbury Park. Distance: 2.2 miles. A short drive or cycle ride. Also: Stratford (2.9 mi). And London Liverpool Street (3.6 mi). No public EV chargers recorded nearby. Home charging would be the main option. Check Zap-Map for the latest charger locations.

Council tax: mostly Band C. Mostly lower bands. More affordable council tax. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.

4G outdoor coverage: 99%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 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: 45/100. 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.

Every figure on this page has a source. Ofcom for broadband. Police.uk for crime. Land Registry for house prices. ONS for demographics. Environment Agency for flood risk. Ookla for real speed tests. We don't estimate or interpolate. If the data isn't available, we say so.

Research is one thing. Being there is another. Walk around E5 9JE 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.

That covers the key data for E5 9JE. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.

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 9JE

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at E5 9JE

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

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Area suitability scores

E5 9JE

Remote Worker

45

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

Family

50

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

Value for Money

0

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

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Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 1

violent crime100%1

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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

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Finsbury Park

2.2 mi

by road

🚂

Stratford

2.9 mi

by road

🚂

London Liverpool Street

3.6 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01001828

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)

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)

Area info

Parish

Hackney

District

Hackney

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01001828

Frequently asked questions about E5 9JE

What are the broadband speeds available at E5 9JE?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at E5 9JE. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.

What is the average house price near E5 9JE?

No recent house price data for E5 9JE. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.

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

In the latest month of data, 1 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was violent crime.

How suitable is E5 9JE for remote working?

E5 9JE scores 45/100 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 E5 9JE?

4G outdoor coverage at E5 9JE is 99%, with 5G outdoor at 0%. 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 E5 9JE?

EPC data is not yet available for E5 9JE. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.

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

The most common council tax band in Hackney is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £1243 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.

What transport links are available near E5 9JE?

The nearest train station to E5 9JE is Finsbury Park, 2.2 miles away. Other nearby stations include Stratford (2.9 mi) and London Liverpool Street (3.6 mi).

Is E5 9JE a suitable area for families?

E5 9JE scores 50/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.

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

EV charging data is not yet available for E5 9JE. Check Zap-Map (zap-map.com) for the latest public charging locations near you.

Can I get full fibre broadband at E5 9JE?

Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at E5 9JE. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.

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