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Broadband in EX21 5XA

Halwill, Torridge

Superfast broadband covers 38.1% of premises here.

Best speed~30 Mbps
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Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

~30 Mbps

Reviewed by Arthur Turing

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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 EX21 5XA is ~30 Mbps. That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)38%
38%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)38%
38%
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 EX21 5XA

10–30 Mbps (62%)
30–300 Mbps (38%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

95%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

Schools data is currently unavailable.

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Flood risk

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Flood risk: Medium

This postcode is in undefined — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Risk Level

Medium

Environment Agency

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

DEFRA UK-AIR · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

Network Rail / National Rail · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Torridge

Most common: Band

A
5%£1,381
B
10%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
20%£2,531
F
10%£2,991
G
8%£3,452
H
2%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25

VOA (Valuation Office Agency)

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Living near EX21 5XA

Halwill covers the EX21 5XA postcode in Torridge. Below you'll find a data-driven picture of life here. Broadband speeds from Ofcom and Ookla. Property prices from the Land Registry. Crime from Police.uk. Demographics from the ONS. Plus schools, flood risk, mobile coverage, and more. No filler. Just facts that help you decide.

Broadband at EX21 5XA is below average. Superfast covers just 38% of premises. The UK average sits at 93%. Big gap here. Video calls may drop. Streaming will buffer. Check if 4G or 5G home broadband is an option. Some providers offer mobile broadband alternatives. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as unknown.

Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 38.1% of premises. Older copper lines serve the rest. Copper connections lose speed with distance from the exchange.

Limited house price data for EX21 5XA. 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.

Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 1. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Unknown.

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.

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.

All data on this page comes from official public sources. Ofcom publishes broadband stats yearly. Police.uk updates monthly. The Land Registry records every sale. We pull it together so you can see the full picture in one place.

A data profile is a starting point. Visit EX21 5XA before making decisions. Drive the commute at peak time. Walk to the local shops. Check mobile signal inside a property, not just outside. Look at the street on Google Maps and in person. They often tell different stories.

That's the full picture for EX21 5XA based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.

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 EX21 5XA

What broadband speeds are available at EX21 5XA?

38% of premises can get superfast broadband here. Top listed speed is ~30 Mbps.

Can I get gigabit broadband at EX21 5XA?

0% of premises here can get gigabit-capable broadband.

What are house prices like near EX21 5XA?

Recent sale data is limited around EX21 5XA, which often happens in mixed-use or low-turnover areas.

What schools are near EX21 5XA?

School data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

What is the flood risk at EX21 5XA?

EX21 5XA is marked as Medium flood risk in the current dataset.

How is air quality around EX21 5XA?

Air quality data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

Are there GP surgeries near EX21 5XA?

GP access data for this postcode is not loaded yet.

What transport links does EX21 5XA have?

Transport station data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

Is there mobile coverage at EX21 5XA?

Outdoor 4G coverage is listed at 95% and 5G at undefined% for the wider area.

Can I charge an EV near EX21 5XA?

EV charging data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

What council tax band is common near EX21 5XA?

Council tax distribution is not loaded for this postcode yet.

What makes EX21 5XA different from nearby areas?

EX21 5XA has its own mix of broadband coverage, local services, prices, and environmental signals. That is why postcode-level pages are more useful than generic town guides.

Should I compare EX21 5XA with nearby postcodes?

Yes. Small postcode changes can mean different prices, flood signals, and service access.

Is EX21 5XA worth checking in person?

Yes. The numbers narrow the shortlist, but walking the street still tells you things no dataset can.

How current is the data for EX21 5XA?

This page uses official datasets that update on different cycles, so it is best used as a strong screening tool.

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Area info

Parish

Halwill

District

Torridge

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01020290

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