CO4 postcode
Broadband in CO4 5PP
Langham, Colchester
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
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Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Living near CO4 5PP
Langham covers the CO4 5PP postcode in Colchester. 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 CO4 5PP is below average. Superfast covers just 33% 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. Gigabit connections: 33% coverage. Gigabit rollout is underway but not complete.
Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Limited house price data for CO4 5PP. 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.
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.
Research is one thing. Being there is another. Walk around CO4 5PP 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.
CO4 5PP has its strengths and weak spots like anywhere. Use the data above as your starting point. Check providers and schools directly. Visit the area on a weekday and a weekend. Numbers only tell part of the story. The feel of a place matters too. We update these figures regularly as new data is released.
Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 33% | 33% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 33% | 33% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 33% | 33% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | 0% | 0% | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 33% | 33% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at CO4 5PP
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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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
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Colchester
Most common: Band
Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
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
Area info
Parish
Langham
District
Colchester
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01021655
Frequently asked questions about CO4 5PP
What are the broadband speeds available at CO4 5PP?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 33% of premises at CO4 5PP. Maximum download speeds reach not confirmed. Ultrafast coverage is at 33%.
What is the average house price near CO4 5PP?
No recent house price data for CO4 5PP. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at CO4 5PP?
CO4 5PP has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Unknown by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.
What is the mobile signal like at CO4 5PP?
4G outdoor coverage at CO4 5PP 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 CO4 5PP?
EPC data is not yet available for CO4 5PP. 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 air quality like at CO4 5PP?
Air quality at CO4 5PP 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 CO4 5PP?
EV charging data is not yet available for CO4 5PP. Check Zap-Map (zap-map.com) for the latest public charging locations near you.
Can I get full fibre broadband at CO4 5PP?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 33% of premises at CO4 5PP. Gigabit coverage reaches 33%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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