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Broadband in YO8 8NU

Drax, North Yorkshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
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Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur Turing

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at YO8 8NU. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)100%
100%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit100%
100%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at YO8 8NU

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

95%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

Schools data is currently unavailable.

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Flood risk

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Flood risk: Medium

This postcode is in undefined — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Risk Level

Medium

Environment Agency

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

DEFRA UK-AIR · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

Network Rail / National Rail · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for North Yorkshire

Most common: Band

A
5%£1,381
B
10%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
20%£2,531
F
10%£2,991
G
8%£3,452
H
2%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25

VOA (Valuation Office Agency)

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Living near YO8 8NU

Considering Drax? YO8 8NU sits in the North Yorkshire area. We've gathered broadband, property, crime, school, and environmental data for this exact postcode. Ookla speed tests, Land Registry prices, Ofcom coverage stats, Police.uk crime figures. All from verified government sources. No estimates, no guesswork. Just the numbers that matter when choosing where to live.

Strong broadband in this part of Drax. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Drax beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Drax ahead of most UK postcodes. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 100% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.

Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.

Limited house price data for YO8 8NU. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.

No public EV chargers recorded nearby. Home charging would be the main option. Check Zap-Map for the latest charger locations.

A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. Run a speed test after installation. If speeds don't match what you're paying for, complain.

Where does this data come from? Broadband figures from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Crime from Police.uk. House prices from HM Land Registry. Demographics from the ONS Census. Flood data from the Environment Agency. Speed tests from Ookla. All public, all verifiable.

A data profile is a starting point. Visit YO8 8NU before making decisions. Drive the commute at peak time. Walk to the local shops. Check mobile signal inside a property, not just outside. Look at the street on Google Maps and in person. They often tell different stories.

YO8 8NU has its strengths and weak spots like anywhere. Use the data above as your starting point. Check providers and schools directly. Visit the area on a weekday and a weekend. Numbers only tell part of the story. The feel of a place matters too. We update these figures regularly as new data is released.

More local data is being added for this postcode

This page already has postcode-specific content, and more data-backed sections will appear as the remaining local datasets finish processing.

Frequently asked questions about YO8 8NU

What broadband speeds are available at YO8 8NU?

100% of premises can get superfast broadband here. Top listed speed is Gigabit (1Gbps+).

Can I get gigabit broadband at YO8 8NU?

100% of premises here can get gigabit-capable broadband.

What are house prices like near YO8 8NU?

Recent sale data is limited around YO8 8NU, which often happens in mixed-use or low-turnover areas.

What schools are near YO8 8NU?

School data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

What is the flood risk at YO8 8NU?

YO8 8NU is marked as Medium flood risk in the current dataset.

How is air quality around YO8 8NU?

Air quality data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

Are there GP surgeries near YO8 8NU?

GP access data for this postcode is not loaded yet.

What transport links does YO8 8NU have?

Transport station data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

Is there mobile coverage at YO8 8NU?

Outdoor 4G coverage is listed at 95% and 5G at undefined% for the wider area.

Can I charge an EV near YO8 8NU?

EV charging data is not loaded for this postcode yet.

What council tax band is common near YO8 8NU?

Council tax distribution is not loaded for this postcode yet.

What makes YO8 8NU different from nearby areas?

YO8 8NU has its own mix of broadband coverage, local services, prices, and environmental signals. That is why postcode-level pages are more useful than generic town guides.

Should I compare YO8 8NU with nearby postcodes?

Yes. Small postcode changes can mean different prices, flood signals, and service access.

Is YO8 8NU worth checking in person?

Yes. The numbers narrow the shortlist, but walking the street still tells you things no dataset can.

How current is the data for YO8 8NU?

This page uses official datasets that update on different cycles, so it is best used as a strong screening tool.

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Area info

Parish

Drax

District

North Yorkshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01027884

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