BT49 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 464 postcodes across 3 sectors in Causeway Coast and Glens.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
80%
Superfast
91%
Postcodes
464
Causeway Coast and Glens' BT49 is the weakest on this run with 464 postcodes and only 80% gigabit reach. Below-10Mbps postcodes reach 3.7%, the second-highest tail in the batch.
Broadband speeds in BT49
Share of BT49 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 464 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit infrastructure covers 79.9% of BT49 postcodes in Causeway Coast and Glens, genuinely lagging behind neighbouring Causeway postcodes. Another 10.6% access superfast service (30 to 300 Mbps), exceeding the UK average download speed of roughly 75 Mbps, while 3.7% fall below 10 Mbps. The universal service obligation shortfall stands at 0.9%. BT49's small size (464 postcodes) means these numbers are tight and representative; infrastructure genuinely lags behind neighbouring Causeway zones. Cable networks serve most gigabit postcodes. Infrastructure investment appears lighter in this area than in central Causeway locations. The postcode encompasses roughly 40 slower-speed postcodes per 1,000.
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
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
BT49 splits into 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT49 0 | 272 | 90% | 0% | 80% |
| BT49 4 | 1 | 100% | TBC | 100% |
| BT49 9 | 191 | 91% | 0% | 79% |
All BT49 0 postcodes (272)
All BT49 4 postcodes (1)
All BT49 9 postcodes (191)
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Living in Causeway Coast and Glens
BT49 is the slowest Causeway postcode on this run. Households moving here should expect that gigabit is less assured, and a 4% chance of poor broadband is non-trivial. Verify your address before committing.
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
BT49 broadband FAQs
What makes BT49 slower than other Causeway postcodes?
BT49's geographic or settlement patterns differ from its neighbours. The 20-point gap in gigabit reach suggests older or sparser infrastructure in this zone.
How many premises in BT49 face real broadband hardship?
About 3.7% of postcodes sit below 10 Mbps, and 0.9% miss the USO floor. That's 37 slow postcodes per 1,000, more than most on this run.
Should I investigate a specific BT49 address more carefully before moving?
Yes. A 20% non-gigabit rate means postcodes vary noticeably. Request a speed test from your prospective provider.
Is superfast adequate for households that can't get gigabit in BT49?
For most users, yes. 30 to 300 Mbps superfast suits typical domestic demand. But if you rely on fast upload for remote work, check your target address.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in BT49 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