EX17 postcode

Broadband in EX17 6LY

Lapford, Mid Devon

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Best speed~30 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 21 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

~30 Mbps

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 21 March 2026

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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 EX17 6LY 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)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at EX17 6LY

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

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 Mid Devon

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 EX17 6LY

This is the area guide for EX17 6LY, located in Lapford (Mid Devon). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point.

100% of premises at EX17 6LY can access superfast broadband.

Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. 0% of connections can achieve 300 Mbps or faster.

Flood risk at EX17 6LY is rated Medium. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for EX17 6LY: remote working 55/100, family 50/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to check actual speeds before committing.

When choosing a broadband provider at EX17 6LY, check what technology reaches your specific address. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.

Lapford offers a mix of local amenities and residential properties. The character of the area is best judged by visiting in person.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband), 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. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Numbers tell part of the story. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. These things do not show up in data.

This covers the key data for EX17 6LY. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. Check back periodically as data updates. For area-wide trends, see the Lapford district page.

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 EX17 6LY

What are the broadband speeds available at EX17 6LY?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at EX17 6LY.

What is the average house price near EX17 6LY?

No recent house price data is available for EX17 6LY.

What is the flood risk for properties at EX17 6LY?

EX17 6LY has a Medium flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the EX17 6LY area?

School data for EX17 6LY is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in EX17 6LY compare to other areas?

Crime data for this area is being updated.

How suitable is EX17 6LY for remote working?

EX17 6LY scores 55/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at EX17 6LY?

Mobile coverage data for EX17 6LY is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near EX17 6LY?

EPC data for EX17 6LY is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at EX17 6LY?

Council tax band information for EX17 6LY is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near EX17 6LY?

GP surgery data for EX17 6LY is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near EX17 6LY?

Transport data for EX17 6LY is being updated.

Is EX17 6LY a suitable area for families?

EX17 6LY scores 50/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.

What is the air quality like at EX17 6LY?

Air quality data for EX17 6LY is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from EX17 6LY?

EV charging data for EX17 6LY is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at EX17 6LY?

Full fibre availability at EX17 6LY is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

EX17 6LY

Remote Worker

55

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

50

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

Map

Area info

Parish

Lapford

District

Mid Devon

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01020073

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