EH18 postcode
Broadband in EH18 1HY
Midlothian West, Midlothian
Superfast broadband covers 80% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 29 March 2026
Flood Risk
Unknown
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
300 Mbps
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 80% | 80% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 80% | 80% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | 0% | 0% | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at EH18 1HY
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Digital Divide at EH18 1HY
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 0
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
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Flood risk
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Flood risk: Unknown
This postcode is in undefined — unknown risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Risk Level
Unknown
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 demographics
Data for LSOA:
Population
N/A
Census 2021
Density
N/A
per km² · Unknown
Median Age
N/A
years (est.)
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: S01018153
Overall IMD Decile
N/A / 10
N/A
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Employment | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Education | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Health | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Crime | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Midlothian
Most common: Band
Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25
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EH18 1HY sits in Midlothian West, part of Midlothian. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources.
80% of premises at EH18 1HY 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.
In the latest month of data, 0 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level.
Flood risk at EH18 1HY is rated Unknown. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information.
Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.
Suitability scores for EH18 1HY: remote working 90/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.
When choosing a broadband provider at EH18 1HY, check what technology reaches your specific address. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.
Midlothian West 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.
EH18 1HY in Midlothian West: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live check. Bookmark this page and check back as data refreshes.
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Frequently asked questions about EH18 1HY
What are the broadband speeds available at EH18 1HY?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 80% of premises at EH18 1HY. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps Mbps.
What is the average house price near EH18 1HY?
No recent house price data is available for EH18 1HY.
What is the flood risk for properties at EH18 1HY?
EH18 1HY has a Unknown flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the EH18 1HY area?
School data for EH18 1HY is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.
How does crime rate in EH18 1HY compare to other areas?
0 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is EH18 1HY for remote working?
EH18 1HY scores 90/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.
What is the mobile signal like at EH18 1HY?
Mobile coverage data for EH18 1HY is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near EH18 1HY?
EPC data for EH18 1HY is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at EH18 1HY?
Council tax band information for EH18 1HY is being updated.
How accessible are GP surgeries near EH18 1HY?
GP surgery data for EH18 1HY is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near EH18 1HY?
Transport data for EH18 1HY is being updated.
Is EH18 1HY a suitable area for families?
EH18 1HY scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at EH18 1HY?
Air quality data for EH18 1HY is being updated.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from EH18 1HY?
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Can I get full fibre broadband at EH18 1HY?
Full fibre availability at EH18 1HY is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.
Area suitability scores
EH18 1HYRemote Worker
90Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
80Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Area info
Parish
Midlothian West
District
Midlothian
Region
Constituency
LSOA
S01018153
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