LE18 postcode

Broadband in LE18 3TA

Oadby and Wigston, Oadby and Wigston

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 47% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 3 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (47%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 3 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (1000 Mbps) is available at LE18 3TA. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)53%
53%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)53%
53%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)47%
47%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)47%
47%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit47%
47%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at LE18 3TA

0–2 Mbps (6%)
2–5 Mbps (12%)
5–10 Mbps (6%)
10–30 Mbps (24%)
30–300 Mbps (6%)
300+ Mbps (47%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at LE18 3TA

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

95%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

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

Schools data is currently unavailable.

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Flood risk

🟠

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

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: E01025998

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

🚂

South Wigston

1.8 mi

by road

🚂

Leicester

4.3 mi

by road

🚂

Narborough

4.4 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Oadby and Wigston

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 LE18 3TA

Oadby and Wigston is home to LE18 3TA. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and more follow.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at LE18 3TA is partial at 52.9%. Ultrafast (100 Mbps+) reaches 47.1% of properties. Gigabit-capable connections cover 47.1% of premises. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 47.1% of addresses. The maximum download speed recorded is 1000 Mbps Mbps. That is well above the UK average of 69 Mbps.

Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. 47.1% of connections can achieve 300 Mbps or faster.

Crime in the LSOA covering LE18 3TA totalled 0 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level.

Flood risk at LE18 3TA is rated Medium. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for LE18 3TA: remote working 85/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

Not every property at LE18 3TA gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider. Full fibre providers may offer faster, more reliable connections than part-fibre. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.

Oadby and Wigston 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.

Data is a starting point. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise, and the feel of the area. Some things only a visit can reveal.

LE18 3TA in Oadby and Wigston: 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 LE18 3TA

What are the broadband speeds available at LE18 3TA?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 52.9% of premises at LE18 3TA. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 47.1%.

What is the average house price near LE18 3TA?

No recent house price data is available for LE18 3TA.

What is the flood risk for properties at LE18 3TA?

LE18 3TA has a Medium flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the LE18 3TA area?

School data for LE18 3TA is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in LE18 3TA compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is LE18 3TA for remote working?

LE18 3TA scores 85/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at LE18 3TA?

Mobile coverage data for LE18 3TA is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near LE18 3TA?

EPC data for LE18 3TA is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at LE18 3TA?

Council tax band information for LE18 3TA is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near LE18 3TA?

GP surgery data for LE18 3TA is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near LE18 3TA?

Transport data for LE18 3TA is being updated.

Is LE18 3TA a suitable area for families?

LE18 3TA scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at LE18 3TA?

Air quality data for LE18 3TA is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from LE18 3TA?

EV charging data for LE18 3TA is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at LE18 3TA?

Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 47.1% of premises at LE18 3TA. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local operators for availability at your address.

Area suitability scores

LE18 3TA

Remote Worker

85

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

Oadby and Wigston

District

Oadby and Wigston

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01025998

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