L31 postcode

Broadband in L31 1AJ

Melling, Sefton

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Best speed300 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 22 March 2026

Flood Risk

Data pending

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 22 March 2026

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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 L31 1AJ is 300 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)0%
0%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at L31 1AJ

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at L31 1AJ

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

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 0

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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)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01007040

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)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Broad Green

6.4 mi

by road

🚂

Sandhills

6.4 mi

by road

🚂

Edge Hill

6.9 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Sefton

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Sefton

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 Sefton, 2024/25

VOA 2025

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Living near L31 1AJ

Melling is home to L31 1AJ. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and more follow.

100% of premises at L31 1AJ can access superfast broadband. The maximum download speed recorded is 300 Mbps Mbps. That is well above the UK average of 69 Mbps.

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

Crime in the LSOA covering L31 1AJ totalled 0 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level.

The most common council tax band near L31 1AJ is Band C. The billing authority is Sefton.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for L31 1AJ: remote working 95/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

Broadband availability varies by provider. Check coverage tools from BT, Virgin Media, and local operators. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.

Melling 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 L31 1AJ. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. Check back periodically as data updates. For area-wide trends, see the Melling 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 L31 1AJ

What are the broadband speeds available at L31 1AJ?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at L31 1AJ. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps Mbps.

What is the average house price near L31 1AJ?

No recent house price data is available for L31 1AJ.

What schools are nearby in the L31 1AJ area?

School data for L31 1AJ is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in L31 1AJ compare to other areas?

0 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is L31 1AJ for remote working?

L31 1AJ scores 95/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at L31 1AJ?

Mobile coverage data for L31 1AJ is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near L31 1AJ?

EPC data for L31 1AJ is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at L31 1AJ?

The most common council tax band near L31 1AJ is Band C. The billing authority is Sefton.

How accessible are GP surgeries near L31 1AJ?

GP surgery data for L31 1AJ is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near L31 1AJ?

Transport data for L31 1AJ is being updated.

Is L31 1AJ a suitable area for families?

L31 1AJ scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at L31 1AJ?

Air quality data for L31 1AJ is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from L31 1AJ?

EV charging data for L31 1AJ is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at L31 1AJ?

Full fibre availability at L31 1AJ is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

L31 1AJ

Remote Worker

95

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

Family

80

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

Melling

District

Sefton

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01007040

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