CA23 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 73 postcodes across 1 sector in Cumberland.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
1%
Superfast
86%
Postcodes
73
CA23 is the weaker of the Cumberland postcodes, with just 85.5% superfast coverage and significant pockets where broadband lags national standards. One in twelve premises report speeds under 10 Mbps.
Broadband speeds in CA23
Share of CA23 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 73 postcodes in the district.
Connectivity in CA23 is markedly fragmented. Superfast broadband reaches 85.5% of the 73 postcodes surveyed, but gigabit availability collapses to 1.2%. Below-USO premises account for 3.5% of the district, a notable concentration of postcodes missing the universal service obligation floor. The speed profile reflects this division: 84.3% cluster in the 30-299 Mbps band, whilst 8% report sub-10 Mbps speeds. This is the weakest performance in the CA postcode cohort, suggesting older copper or satellite-dependent premises remain largely unupgraded. Investment has been selective. Modern fibre deployment has reached superfast levels across most of CA23, but gigabit rollout has scarcely begun. Older premises may lack alternatives.
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
4%
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
CA23 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA23 3 | 73 | 86% | 0% | 1% |
All CA23 3 postcodes (73)
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Living in Cumberland
Premises in this postcode area face a clear divide. Those on upgraded networks enjoy modern superfast speeds. Others, particularly in rural pockets, operate on legacy infrastructure.
Remote worker score
53/100
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
CA23 broadband FAQs
Why is CA23 less well connected than nearby postcodes?
Network upgrades have been patchy. The 85.5% superfast share is well below CA21's 97.9%, suggesting some postcodes rely on older technology.
Should I assume poor broadband before moving to CA23?
Check your specific postcode. 85.5% do have superfast access, but 3.5% fall below USO minimums. Postcodes vary significantly.
Is supplementary technology available as a backup?
No supplementary connectivity is currently recorded for CA23.
What proportion of CA23 can't reliably stream or video call?
The 8% with sub-10 Mbps speeds may struggle with simultaneous streaming. Most others should manage fine.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in CA23 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