BD23 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,378 postcodes across 7 sectors in North Yorkshire.
Gigabit
68%
Superfast
89%
Postcodes
1,378
BD23 is the largest outward code in this batch at 1,378 postcodes but faces markedly weaker broadband than its Bradford neighbours. Superfast reaches 88.8%; gigabit lags at 68.1%.
Broadband speeds in BD23
Share of BD23 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,378 postcodes in the district.
BD23 shows the widest variation in this batch. Superfast reaches 88.8%, yet gigabit drops sharply to 68.1%, compared to the UK's 69% average. Wireless networks serve 56.5% of postcodes, indicating mixed deployment of wired and wireless infrastructure. Speed distribution reflects this split: 68.9% access 300 Mbps or faster, 19.9% sit in the 30-300 Mbps mid-tier, and 5.8% cannot reach 10 Mbps. This 5.8% tail is notably higher than typical urban districts. The 0.9% missing the USO 10 Mbps floor suggests pockets of genuine underinvestment. Within its 1,378 postcodes, BD23 contains more rural or less-dense areas than peers. Households in the slower tier may face constraints for video conferencing or online gaming. Network investment appears uneven.
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
<1%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
57%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
BD23 splits into 7 postcode sectors. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BD23 1 | 242 | 99% | TBC | 90% |
| BD23 2 | 245 | 100% | TBC | 97% |
| BD23 3 | 249 | 78% | TBC | 39% |
| BD23 4 | 217 | 86% | TBC | 69% |
| BD23 5 | 199 | 89% | TBC | 42% |
| BD23 6 | 225 | 81% | TBC | 68% |
| BD23 9 | 1 | 100% | TBC | 100% |
All BD23 1 postcodes (242)
All BD23 2 postcodes (245)
All BD23 3 postcodes (249)
All BD23 4 postcodes (217)
All BD23 5 postcodes (199)
All BD23 6 postcodes (225)
All BD23 9 postcodes (1)
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Living in North Yorkshire
BD23's rural or less-dense postcodes drive the lower figures. Nearly 6% stuck below 10 Mbps is material for households planning remote work or relying on online education.
Crime per month
1
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
53/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
52/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
BD23 broadband FAQs
Why is BD23 significantly less well connected than nearby BD22?
BD23 covers more rural postcodes. Gigabit drops to 68%, to 57%, and 5.8% of postcodes stay below 10 Mbps.
What happens if my postcode in BD23 is in the slower tier?
Request a check on your postcode. 1 in 20 falls below 10 Mbps. Wired superfast or options vary by location.
Is the main broadband choice in BD23?
covers 56.5%, so it's prevalent but not universal. Standard fibre or cable connections still serve most premises.
Can I stream video reliably in BD23?
About 88% of postcodes meet the 30 Mbps threshold for HD streaming, but 12% fall short. Location matters significantly.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in BD23 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