CA4 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 471 postcodes across 3 sectors in Cumberland.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
55%
Superfast
81%
Postcodes
471
CA4 is more rural: superfast coverage dips to 81%, gigabit reaches 55.2%, and one in ten premises struggle with sub-10 Mbps speeds. Supplementary technology serves 4.9% of postcodes.
Broadband speeds in CA4
Share of CA4 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 471 postcodes in the district.
Network quality in CA4 reflects mixed geographic characteristics. Gigabit availability of 55.2% is solid but substantially lower than nearby postcode areas. Superfast penetration at 81% across 471 postcodes is the weakest in the Cumberland batch. Below-USO premises account for 2.5%, a material gap suggesting concentrated rural areas. Critically, 10.1% of the district records sub-10 Mbps speeds, the highest proportion in this region. The speed split is: 55.2% gigabit, 25.7% superfast, 10.1% below 10 Mbps. Supplementary technologies provide 4.9% coverage, helping bridge connectivity gaps for some properties. This district is clearly divided between modern gigabit infrastructure and legacy networks. Investment has been selective.
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
3%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
5%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
CA4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA4 0 | 178 | 76% | 0% | 46% |
| CA4 8 | 209 | 95% | 0% | 80% |
| CA4 9 | 84 | 55% | 0% | 14% |
All CA4 0 postcodes (178)
All CA4 8 postcodes (209)
All CA4 9 postcodes (84)
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Living in Cumberland
CA4 is clearly divided between modern and legacy network areas. Rural postcodes may need to consider supplementary technologies or satellite alternatives if fibre is unavailable.
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
CA4 broadband FAQs
Is gigabit broadband realistic in CA4?
For 55.2% of postcodes, yes. The rest rely on superfast or supplementary technology alternatives.
What happens to the 10.1% with sub-10 Mbps speeds?
These premises are on legacy networks, mainly older copper, and would benefit from supplementary options or checking if newer infrastructure is planned.
Do supplementary technologies work well as primary connections?
4.9% of CA4 use them, suggesting they work for some. Performance depends on location and provider.
Should I expect connectivity issues when moving to CA4?
Check your postcode. 55.2% have gigabit, but 2.5% miss the USO minimum. Outcomes vary significantly.
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Every postcode in CA4 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