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Broadband in EN9 3RD

Waltham Abbey, Epping Forest

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 3 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 3 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 (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at EN9 3RD. 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)7%
7%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)0%
0%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit7%
7%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at EN9 3RD

30–300 Mbps (93%)
300+ Mbps (7%)

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: 4

violent crime50%2
public order25%1
criminal damage arson25%1

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

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: E01021806

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

Network Rail / National Rail · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Epping Forest

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 EN9 3RD

EN9 3RD sits in Waltham Abbey, part of Epping Forest. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources.

Superfast coverage here stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast (100 Mbps+) reaches 7.1% of properties. Gigabit-capable connections cover 7.1% of premises.

Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. 7.1% of connections can achieve 300 Mbps or faster.

Crime in the LSOA covering EN9 3RD totalled 4 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include public order and criminal damage arson. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level.

Flood risk at EN9 3RD is rated Medium. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for EN9 3RD: remote working 55/100, family 70/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to check actual speeds before committing.

Broadband availability varies by provider. Check coverage tools from BT, Virgin Media, and local operators. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.

Waltham Abbey 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.

This covers the key data for EN9 3RD. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. Check back periodically as data updates. For area-wide trends, see the Waltham Abbey district page.

More local data is being added for this postcode

This page already has postcode-specific content, and more data-backed sections will appear as the remaining local datasets finish processing.

Frequently asked questions about EN9 3RD

What are the broadband speeds available at EN9 3RD?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at EN9 3RD. Ultrafast coverage is at 7.1%.

What is the average house price near EN9 3RD?

No recent house price data is available for EN9 3RD.

What is the flood risk for properties at EN9 3RD?

EN9 3RD has a Medium flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the EN9 3RD area?

School data for EN9 3RD is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in EN9 3RD compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is EN9 3RD for remote working?

EN9 3RD scores 55/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at EN9 3RD?

Mobile coverage data for EN9 3RD is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near EN9 3RD?

EPC data for EN9 3RD is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at EN9 3RD?

Council tax band information for EN9 3RD is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near EN9 3RD?

GP surgery data for EN9 3RD is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near EN9 3RD?

Transport data for EN9 3RD is being updated.

Is EN9 3RD a suitable area for families?

EN9 3RD scores 70/100 for family suitability. The area offers a reasonable mix of schools and safety.

What is the air quality like at EN9 3RD?

Air quality data for EN9 3RD is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from EN9 3RD?

EV charging data for EN9 3RD is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at EN9 3RD?

Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 7.1% of premises. Full fibre status may vary by provider. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.

Area suitability scores

EN9 3RD

Remote Worker

55

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

70

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

Waltham Abbey

District

Epping Forest

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01021806

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