L23 postcode

Broadband in L23 2SD

Sefton, Sefton

Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.

Best speed300 Mbps
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Flood Risk

TBC

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex Blackwell

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Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

The best available speed at L23 2SD is 300 Mbps. That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.

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Living near L23 2SD

Considering Sefton? L23 2SD sits here. We've gathered broadband, property, crime, school, and environmental data for this exact postcode. Ookla speed tests, Land Registry prices, Ofcom coverage stats, Police.uk crime figures. All from verified government sources. No estimates, no guesswork. Just the numbers that matter when choosing where to live.

Strong broadband in this part of Sefton. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Sefton beats that. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as 300 Mbps.

Every premises at L23 2SD meets the broadband USO. Only 0% can reach 300 Mbps though. The baseline is met. Top speeds are another story. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.

Limited house price data for L23 2SD. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.

Police.uk data: 0 incidents last month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.

Deprivation index: decile undefined out of 10. That's most deprived.

Nearest train station: Sandhills. Distance: 5.2 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Moorfields (6.1 mi). And James Street (6.2 mi). No public EV chargers recorded nearby. Home charging would be the main option. Check Zap-Map for the latest charger locations.

Council tax: mostly Band C. Mostly lower bands. More affordable council tax. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.

4G outdoor coverage: 99%. Strong mobile signal across the area. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.

Remote working score: 45/100. Workable, but check speeds with your employer. Family score: 50/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.

A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. Run a speed test after installation. If speeds don't match what you're paying for, complain.

Where does this data come from? Broadband figures from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Crime from Police.uk. House prices from HM Land Registry. Demographics from the ONS Census. Flood data from the Environment Agency. Speed tests from Ookla. All public, all verifiable.

A data profile is a starting point. Visit L23 2SD before making decisions. Drive the commute at peak time. Walk to the local shops. Check mobile signal inside a property, not just outside. Look at the street on Google Maps and in person. They often tell different stories.

That's the full picture for L23 2SD based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.

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 L23 2SD

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at L23 2SD

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

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Area suitability scores

L23 2SD

Remote Worker

45

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

0

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

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Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 0

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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

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Sandhills

5.2 mi

by road

🚂

Moorfields

6.1 mi

by road

🚂

James Street

6.2 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01007021

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)

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)

Area info

Parish

Sefton

District

Sefton

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01007021

Frequently asked questions about L23 2SD

What are the broadband speeds available at L23 2SD?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at L23 2SD. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.

What is the average house price near L23 2SD?

No recent house price data for L23 2SD. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.

How does crime rate in L23 2SD compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average.

How suitable is L23 2SD for remote working?

L23 2SD scores 45/100 for remote working suitability, making it somewhat limited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.

What is the mobile signal like at L23 2SD?

4G outdoor coverage at L23 2SD is 99%, with 5G outdoor at 0%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near L23 2SD?

EPC data is not yet available for L23 2SD. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at L23 2SD?

The most common council tax band in Sefton is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £1243 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.

What transport links are available near L23 2SD?

The nearest train station to L23 2SD is Sandhills, 5.2 miles away. Other nearby stations include Moorfields (6.1 mi) and James Street (6.2 mi).

Is L23 2SD a suitable area for families?

L23 2SD scores 50/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from L23 2SD?

EV charging data is not yet available for L23 2SD. Check Zap-Map (zap-map.com) for the latest public charging locations near you.

Can I get full fibre broadband at L23 2SD?

Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at L23 2SD. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.

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