EH15 postcode

Broadband in EH15 1LX

Portobello/Craigmillar, City of Edinburgh

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 100% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026

Flood Risk

Unknown

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (100%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 7 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

Gigabit broadband (1000 Mbps) is available at EH15 1LX. 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)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)100%
100%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)100%
100%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit100%
100%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at EH15 1LX

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at EH15 1LX

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

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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

SEPA (Scotland - data not available via this API)

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 (England only) · 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: S01014774

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

No train stations found within 15 miles

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for City of Edinburgh

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 EH15 1LX

Portobello/Craigmillar is home to EH15 1LX. 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 EH15 1LX can access superfast broadband. Ultrafast (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 100% 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. 100% 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 EH15 1LX is rated Unknown. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for EH15 1LX: remote working 100/100, 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. Full fibre providers may offer faster, more reliable connections than part-fibre. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.

Portobello/Craigmillar 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.

EH15 1LX in Portobello/Craigmillar: 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 EH15 1LX

What are the broadband speeds available at EH15 1LX?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at EH15 1LX. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near EH15 1LX?

No recent house price data is available for EH15 1LX.

What is the flood risk for properties at EH15 1LX?

EH15 1LX has a Unknown flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the EH15 1LX area?

School data for EH15 1LX is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in EH15 1LX compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is EH15 1LX for remote working?

EH15 1LX scores 100/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at EH15 1LX?

Mobile coverage data for EH15 1LX is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near EH15 1LX?

EPC data for EH15 1LX is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at EH15 1LX?

Council tax band information for EH15 1LX is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near EH15 1LX?

GP surgery data for EH15 1LX is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near EH15 1LX?

Transport data for EH15 1LX is being updated.

Is EH15 1LX a suitable area for families?

EH15 1LX scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at EH15 1LX?

Air quality data for EH15 1LX is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from EH15 1LX?

EV charging data for EH15 1LX is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at EH15 1LX?

Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 100% of premises at EH15 1LX. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local operators for availability at your address.

Area suitability scores

EH15 1LX

Remote Worker

100

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

Portobello/Craigmillar

District

City of Edinburgh

Region

Constituency

LSOA

S01014774

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