Broadband in S42 6BA

Looking at S42 6BA in Ashover? Here is what the data says. From broadband coverage to crime rates, this is the full picture. All numbers are from official sources. The guide is updated as new data becomes available.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at S42 6BA stands at 0%. That is below the UK average of 93%. The maximum download speed recorded is 30 Mbps. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at S42 6BA. 25% of connections fall in the 2 to 5 Mbps range. 75% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 25% of premises get less than 5 Mbps. That is not enough for reliable video calls or streaming.

Here is how the broadband at S42 6BA maps against common household needs. 4K streaming is possible on one device at a time. HD streaming works across multiple devices. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at S42 6BA. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

0% of premises at S42 6BA fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

In the latest month of data, 0 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Chesterfield station is the closest rail link at 3.9 miles from S42 6BA. You will need a car or bus to reach the station. Park-and-ride may be available. Dore & Totley is the next closest at 9.8 miles. Woodhouse offers another option at 13.1 miles.

The most common council tax band near S42 6BA is Band C. The billing authority is North East Derbyshire. The three most common bands are A (30%), B (25%), C (20%). Band A corresponds to 1991 property values of up to £40,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at S42 6BA is available across 99% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. 5G has not yet reached this postcode. Coverage is expanding but remains concentrated in urban centres. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for S42 6BA: remote working 55/100, family 70/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for S42 6BA is North East Derbyshire. The immediate area is Ashover, a distinct community within the wider district. The S42 postcode area contains 830 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across S42 ranges from 0% to 100%.

How does S42 6BA compare to its neighbours? S42 6AZ (0.27 miles, North East Derbyshire) has 75% superfast coverage and 75% gigabit. S42 6FR (0.38 miles, North East Derbyshire) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. S42 6PW (0.47 miles, North East Derbyshire) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. S42 6RF (0.56 miles, North East Derbyshire) has 40% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit.

Not every property at S42 6BA gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Ashover offers a mix of residential properties and local amenities. The character of any area is best judged in person.

Pulling the data together for S42 6BA, here is what stands out. Broadband is the main concern at S42 6BA. With no superfast coverage, check what alternatives exist before committing. 4G home broadband, satellite, or community fibre schemes may fill the gap. North East Derbyshire as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Ashover has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), 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. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Data is a starting point for Ashover. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

S42 6BA in Ashover: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.