AB52 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 250 postcodes across 1 sector in Aberdeenshire.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
35%
Superfast
76%
Postcodes
250
AB52 covers 250 postcodes in a mixed connectivity zone: three-quarters have superfast, but one-sixth remain below 10 Mbps and one in fifteen reaches gigabit.
Broadband speeds in AB52
Share of AB52 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 250 postcodes in the district.
Connectivity in AB52 is uneven across the code. Superfast broadband reaches 76.4% of postcodes, a reasonable but incomplete figure that leaves a substantial underserved fraction. The speed spread is revealing: gigabit at 35.3%, the 30 to 300 Mbps tier at 41%, and below 10 Mbps at 17%, a striking reminder of rural connectivity gaps. Below universal service obligation postcodes add another 6.7%. These splits suggest infrastructure investment has reached certain areas whilst skipping others. The cable network has delivered gigabit to scattered premises, but copper and wireless infrastructure dominate, with older infrastructure ageing in place. Any household considering AB52 should expect variability.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations. Percentages are district-wide averages of postcode-level availability, so rows may not sum to exactly 100%.
Connectivity in detail
Below 10 Mbps USO
7%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
AB52 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AB52 6 | 250 | 76% | 0% | 35% |
All AB52 6 postcodes (250)
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Living in Aberdeenshire
AB52 represents a typical rural challenge. Reasonable coverage exists for much of the area, but pockets face genuine underconnectivity. Value and connectivity are intertwined; the worst-served postcodes may offer cheaper housing but demand patience or investment in satellite or mobile alternatives.
Remote worker score
52/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
50/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
AB52 broadband FAQs
What fraction of AB52 is below the universal service obligation?
6.7% of postcodes fall below the USO minimum.
How many people live in AB52?
The outward code spans 250 postcodes, not premises or people.
Is gigabit widely available in AB52?
35.3% of postcodes can access gigabit speeds, but this misses the majority.
Should I avoid AB52 if I need reliable broadband?
Not necessarily, but postcodes vary widely. Request a speed check before committing to a move or investment in the area.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in AB52 has its own page with broadband speeds, house prices, school ratings and crime stats. You can also compare providers for your address.
Data sources: Broadband data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · House prices from HM Land Registry · Crime from Police.uk · See all data sources