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Broadband in LS18 5LA

Horsforth, Leeds

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 58% of premises here.

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Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (58%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex Blackwell

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Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near LS18 5LA

Horsforth covers the LS18 5LA postcode in Leeds. 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 LS18 5LA is mixed. Superfast reaches 58% of premises. Below the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast sits at 58%. Some homes will get slower connections. Ask your provider about specific speeds at your address. Don't rely on postcode-level data alone. Gigabit connections: 58% coverage. Gigabit rollout is underway but not complete.

Every premises at LS18 5LA meets the broadband USO. 58.3% have access to 300 Mbps+. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 58.3% of premises.

Limited house price data for LS18 5LA. 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: 0 incidents last month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Monthly figures move around. The pattern matters more.

Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 2/3. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Fair. PM2.5: 2.9 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.

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

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: 65/100. 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.

Transparency matters. Broadband data: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. House prices: Land Registry. Crime: Police.uk. Demographics: ONS Census 2021. Flood risk: Environment Agency. Speed tests: Ookla Open Data Q4 2025. Cell towers: OpenStreetMap. All free, all public.

Before committing to LS18 5LA, visit at different times. Morning rush hour tells you about traffic and parking. Evening shows you noise levels. Weekends reveal how busy local shops and parks get. Check the walk to the nearest school or station yourself.

Those are the facts for LS18 5LA. 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.

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)58%
58%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)58%
58%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)58%
58%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)58%
58%
TBC
Gigabit58%
58%
TBC

Speed Distribution at LS18 5LA

10–30 Mbps (42%)
300+ Mbps (58%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at LS18 5LA

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage58%

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

LS18 5LA

Remote Worker

65

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: 0

Schools nearby

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

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Flood risk

Zone 2/3

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Flood risk: Medium

This postcode is in Zone 2/3 — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Zone 2/3

Risk Level

Medium

Environment Agency flood risk data

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Leeds

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Leeds

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 Leeds, 2024/25

VOA 2025

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Broad Green

59.5 mi

by road

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Edge Hill

61.2 mi

by road

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Aigburth

62.0 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Fair air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)2.9 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

Open-Meteo Air Quality API · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01011459

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

Horsforth

District

Leeds

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01011459

Frequently asked questions about LS18 5LA

What are the broadband speeds available at LS18 5LA?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 58% of premises at LS18 5LA. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 58%.

What is the average house price near LS18 5LA?

No recent house price data for LS18 5LA. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.

What is the flood risk for properties at LS18 5LA?

LS18 5LA has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3 by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.

How does crime rate in LS18 5LA compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average.

How suitable is LS18 5LA for remote working?

LS18 5LA scores 65/100 for remote working suitability, making it reasonably suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.

What is the mobile signal like at LS18 5LA?

4G outdoor coverage at LS18 5LA 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 LS18 5LA?

EPC data is not yet available for LS18 5LA. 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 LS18 5LA?

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

Is LS18 5LA a suitable area for families?

LS18 5LA 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 LS18 5LA?

Air quality at LS18 5LA is rated Fair with PM2.5 levels at 2.9 µg/m³. This is close to WHO guideline levels.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from LS18 5LA?

EV charging data is not yet available for LS18 5LA. Check Zap-Map (zap-map.com) for the latest public charging locations near you.

Can I get full fibre broadband at LS18 5LA?

Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 58% of premises at LS18 5LA. Gigabit coverage reaches 58%. FTTP (full fibre to the premises) is at 58%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.

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