S81 postcode

Broadband in S81 0BD

Bassetlaw, Bassetlaw

Superfast broadband covers 33.3% of premises here.

Best speed300 Mbps
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 11 March 2026

Flood Risk

Data pending

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 11 March 2026

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Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

The best available speed at S81 0BD is 300 Mbps. That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)33%
33%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)33%
33%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)0%
0%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at S81 0BD

67%
33%
10–30 Mbps (67%)
30–300 Mbps (33%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at S81 0BD

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

99%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

0%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · Data at local authority area level

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 3

other crime33%1
violent crime33%1
anti social behaviour33%1

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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: E01028042

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

🚂

Woodhouse

10.5 mi

by road

🚂

Rotherham Central

12.8 mi

by road

🚂

Darnall

13.4 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Bassetlaw

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Bassetlaw

A
30%£1,381
B
25%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
15%£2,071
E
5%£2,531
F
3%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for Bassetlaw, 2024/25

VOA 2025

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

BASSETLAW OOH URGENT CARE SERVICE

·0.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

WORKSOP INTEGRATED TEAM HUB

·0.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Living near S81 0BD

Looking at S81 0BD in Bassetlaw? 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 coverage here stands at 33.3%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Some properties may struggle with speed. The maximum download speed recorded is 300 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Looking at the full speed profile for S81 0BD gives a better picture of what to expect. 66.7% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 33.3% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

Here is how the broadband at S81 0BD maps against common household needs. Multiple 4K streams can run simultaneously. Netflix, Disney+, and iPlayer should all work without buffering even with several devices active. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

FWA broadband has not reached S81 0BD yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At S81 0BD, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. 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.

3 crimes were reported near S81 0BD in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was other crime. Other frequent types include violent crime and anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Woodhouse station is the closest rail link at 10.5 miles from S81 0BD. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Rotherham Central is the next closest at 12.8 miles. Darnall offers another option at 13.4 miles.

Properties around S81 0BD most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is Bassetlaw. 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.

4G outdoor coverage at S81 0BD reaches 99%. 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. Strong 4G coverage combined with limited fixed broadband means 4G home broadband could be a practical alternative here.

Suitability scores for S81 0BD: remote working 75/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.

The local authority for S81 0BD is Bassetlaw. The S81 postcode area contains 1095 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across S81 ranges from 0% to 100%. S81 0BD is below the area average of 96%.

How does S81 0BD compare to its neighbours? S81 0SE (0.22 miles, Bassetlaw) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. S81 0BA (0.2 miles, Bassetlaw) has 100% superfast coverage and 78.6% gigabit. S81 0ND (0.17 miles, Bassetlaw) has 100% superfast coverage and 81.8% gigabit. S81 0FB (0.18 miles, Bassetlaw) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

When choosing a broadband provider at S81 0BD, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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.

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

Looking at the overall picture for S81 0BD, a few things are worth highlighting. Fast broadband but distant rail links makes this a better fit for remote workers than commuters. Both fixed and mobile connectivity are strong. Backup options exist if one connection fails.

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.

Numbers tell part of the story for S81 0BD. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

S81 0BD in Bassetlaw: 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.

Frequently asked questions about S81 0BD

What are the broadband speeds available at S81 0BD?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 33.3% of premises at S81 0BD. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps.

What is the average house price near S81 0BD?

No recent house price data is available for S81 0BD.

What schools are nearby in the S81 0BD area?

School data for S81 0BD is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in S81 0BD compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is S81 0BD for remote working?

S81 0BD scores 75/100 for remote working suitability. Broadband is adequate for most remote tasks.

What is the mobile signal like at S81 0BD?

4G outdoor coverage at S81 0BD is 99%. 5G reaches 0%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near S81 0BD?

EPC data for S81 0BD is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at S81 0BD?

The most common council tax band near S81 0BD is Band C. The billing authority is Bassetlaw.

How accessible are GP surgeries near S81 0BD?

GP surgery data for S81 0BD is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near S81 0BD?

The nearest train station to S81 0BD is Woodhouse, 10.5 miles away. Rotherham Central is also nearby.

Is S81 0BD a suitable area for families?

S81 0BD scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at S81 0BD?

Air quality data for S81 0BD is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from S81 0BD?

EV charging data for S81 0BD is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at S81 0BD?

Full fibre availability at S81 0BD is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

S81 0BD

Remote Worker

75

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

Bassetlaw

District

Bassetlaw

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01028042

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