EH21 postcode

Broadband in EH21 8FA

Tranent, Wallyford and Macmerry, East Lothian

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 57% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 10 March 2026

Flood Risk

Unknown

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (57%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 10 March 2026

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Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (1000 Mbps) is available at EH21 8FA. 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)69%
69%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)69%
69%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)57%
57%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)57%
57%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit57%
57%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at EH21 8FA

10–30 Mbps (31%)
30–300 Mbps (11%)
300+ Mbps (57%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at EH21 8FA

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)6%

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: S01015921

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 East Lothian

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 EH21 8FA

This is the area guide for EH21 8FA, located in Tranent, Wallyford and Macmerry (East Lothian). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at EH21 8FA is partial at 68.6%. Ultrafast (100 Mbps+) reaches 57.1% of properties. Gigabit-capable connections cover 57.1% of premises. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 57.1% 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. 57.1% of connections can achieve 300 Mbps or faster.

Crime in the LSOA covering EH21 8FA totalled 0 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level.

Flood risk at EH21 8FA is rated Unknown. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for EH21 8FA: remote working 85/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

Not every property at EH21 8FA 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.

Tranent, Wallyford and Macmerry 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.

EH21 8FA in Tranent, Wallyford and Macmerry: 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 EH21 8FA

What are the broadband speeds available at EH21 8FA?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 68.6% of premises at EH21 8FA. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 57.1%.

What is the average house price near EH21 8FA?

No recent house price data is available for EH21 8FA.

What is the flood risk for properties at EH21 8FA?

EH21 8FA has a Unknown flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the EH21 8FA area?

School data for EH21 8FA is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in EH21 8FA compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is EH21 8FA for remote working?

EH21 8FA scores 85/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at EH21 8FA?

Mobile coverage data for EH21 8FA is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near EH21 8FA?

EPC data for EH21 8FA is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at EH21 8FA?

Council tax band information for EH21 8FA is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near EH21 8FA?

GP surgery data for EH21 8FA is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near EH21 8FA?

Transport data for EH21 8FA is being updated.

Is EH21 8FA a suitable area for families?

EH21 8FA scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at EH21 8FA?

Air quality data for EH21 8FA is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from EH21 8FA?

EV charging data for EH21 8FA is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at EH21 8FA?

Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 57.1% of premises at EH21 8FA. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local operators for availability at your address.

Area suitability scores

EH21 8FA

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

Tranent, Wallyford and Macmerry

District

East Lothian

Region

Constituency

LSOA

S01015921

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