LE12 postcode

Broadband in LE12 9HA

Shepshed, Charnwood

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 88% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
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Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (88%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

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Living near LE12 9HA

Considering Shepshed? LE12 9HA sits in the Charnwood area. 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 Shepshed. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Shepshed beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 88%. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 88% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.

Every premises at LE12 9HA meets the broadband USO. 87.9% can get 300 Mbps or faster. That's a strong position for the area. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.

Limited house price data for LE12 9HA. 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. Monthly figures move around. The pattern matters more.

Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 1. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Unknown.

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

Nearest train station: Loughborough. Distance: 3.7 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Sileby (7.7 mi). And Syston (9.5 mi). No public EV chargers recorded nearby. Home charging would be the main option. Check Zap-Map for the latest charger locations.

4G outdoor coverage: 95%. Good coverage. Some indoor dead spots possible. 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: 93/100. Good setup for working from home. 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.

Transparency matters. Broadband data: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. House prices: Land Registry. Crime: Police.uk. Demographics: ONS Census 2021. Flood risk: Environment Agency. Speed tests: Ookla Open Data Q4 2025. Cell towers: OpenStreetMap. All free, all public.

A data profile is a starting point. Visit LE12 9HA 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 covers the key data for LE12 9HA. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.

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)88%
88%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)88%
88%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit88%
88%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at LE12 9HA

30–300 Mbps (12%)
300+ Mbps (88%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at LE12 9HA

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

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Area suitability scores

LE12 9HA

Remote Worker

93

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

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: Medium

This postcode is in undefined — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Risk Level

Medium

Environment Agency

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Charnwood

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)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Loughborough

3.7 mi

by road

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Sileby

7.7 mi

by road

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Syston

9.5 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

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

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01025740

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

Shepshed

District

Charnwood

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01025740

Frequently asked questions about LE12 9HA

What are the broadband speeds available at LE12 9HA?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at LE12 9HA. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 88%.

What is the average house price near LE12 9HA?

No recent house price data for LE12 9HA. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.

What is the flood risk for properties at LE12 9HA?

LE12 9HA has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Unknown by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.

How does crime rate in LE12 9HA 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 LE12 9HA for remote working?

LE12 9HA scores 93/100 for remote working suitability, making it well suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.

What is the mobile signal like at LE12 9HA?

4G outdoor coverage at LE12 9HA is 95%, with 5G outdoor at not yet available. 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 LE12 9HA?

EPC data is not yet available for LE12 9HA. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.

What transport links are available near LE12 9HA?

The nearest train station to LE12 9HA is Loughborough, 3.7 miles away. Other nearby stations include Sileby (7.7 mi) and Syston (9.5 mi).

Is LE12 9HA a suitable area for families?

LE12 9HA scores 50/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.

What is the air quality like at LE12 9HA?

Air quality at LE12 9HA is rated Unknown with PM2.5 levels at not measured. Check Open-Meteo for detailed air quality forecasts.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from LE12 9HA?

EV charging data is not yet available for LE12 9HA. Check Zap-Map (zap-map.com) for the latest public charging locations near you.

Can I get full fibre broadband at LE12 9HA?

Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 88% of premises at LE12 9HA. Gigabit coverage reaches 88%. FTTP (full fibre to the premises) is at 88%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.

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