BT82 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 685 postcodes across 4 sectors in Derry City and Strabane.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
89%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
685
BT82 encompasses Derry City and Strabane with 685 postcodes. Gigabit coverage reaches 88.8%, but 1.1% remain below 10 Mbps.
Broadband speeds in BT82
Share of BT82 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 685 postcodes in the district.
The 685 postcodes in BT82 present a split profile typical of rural fringes. Superfast reaches 97.9%, a strong baseline across the area. Gigabit arrives at 88.8%, meaning the bulk of postcodes sustain gigabit capacity via cable or fibre. Speeds split as follows: 88.8% at 300 Mbps or above gigabit tier, 9.1% between 30 and 300 Mbps superfast, and 1.1% below 10 Mbps. The below-10Mbps cohort is small but notable (approximately eight postcodes), suggesting pockets of legacy infrastructure or service gaps in remote scattered properties. For the remaining 98.9%, connectivity supports home working and multiple simultaneous streams without compromise. Infrastructure investment here has been substantial, creating reliable broadband for the majority.
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
BT82 splits into 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT82 0 | 231 | 97% | 0% | 88% |
| BT82 1 | 1 | 100% | TBC | 100% |
| BT82 8 | 178 | 98% | 0% | 87% |
| BT82 9 | 275 | 99% | 0% | 91% |
All BT82 0 postcodes (231)
All BT82 1 postcodes (1)
All BT82 8 postcodes (178)
All BT82 9 postcodes (275)
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Living in Derry City and Strabane
BT82 extends across wider Derry City and Strabane territory, reaching more developed centres yet retaining rural character.
Remote worker score
54/100
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
BT82 broadband FAQs
How does BT82's gigabit coverage compare to nearby codes?
BT82 reaches 88.8% gigabit. Rural areas in the region show varying gigabit availability depending on infrastructure investment.
Why are some postcodes below 10 Mbps?
Eight postcodes (1.1%) sit in genuinely remote or sparsely served areas where infrastructure investment has not reached.
What speeds dominate BT82?
97.9% are superfast or faster. Gigabit reaches 88.8%, with only 9.1% on slower superfast infrastructure.
Should I check availability before moving to BT82?
Yes if moving to a rural address. Urban and semi-rural postcodes are well-connected; truly remote ones may disappoint.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in BT82 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