Broadband in AB21 9FA

AB21 9FA sits in Dyce/Bucksburn/Danestone, part of Aberdeen City. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.

1.1% of premises at AB21 9FA can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. There is room for improvement here. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 1.1% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 1.1% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode.

Looking at the full speed profile for AB21 9FA gives a better picture of what to expect. 98.9% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 1.1% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

Translating the numbers at AB21 9FA into daily use gives a clearer picture. Superfast coverage is limited here. Streaming HD video should work on one device. Multiple simultaneous streams may struggle during peak hours. Limited superfast coverage means remote workers should test their connection carefully. Video calls may drop or pixelate. A mobile hotspot can serve as a backup.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at AB21 9FA. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At AB21 9FA, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 1.1% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

Flood risk at AB21 9FA is rated Unknown. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed.

The three most common bands are D (25%), C (20%), E (20%). Band D corresponds to 1991 property values of £68,001 to £88,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

4G outdoor coverage at AB21 9FA reaches 95%. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network. Strong 4G coverage combined with limited fixed broadband means 4G home broadband could be a practical alternative here.

Suitability scores for AB21 9FA: remote working 35/100, family 50/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for AB21 9FA is Aberdeen City. The immediate area is Dyce/Bucksburn/Danestone, a distinct community within the wider district. The AB21 postcode area contains 801 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across AB21 ranges from 0% to 100%. AB21 9FA is below the area average of 94%.

How does AB21 9FA compare to its neighbours? AB21 9FB (0.03 miles, dyce-bucksburn-danestone) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. AB21 9DZ (0.04 miles, dyce-bucksburn-danestone) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. AB21 9FD (0.05 miles, dyce-bucksburn-danestone) has 18.6% superfast coverage and 18.6% gigabit. AB21 9DW (0.06 miles, dyce-bucksburn-danestone) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At AB21 9FA, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Life in Dyce/Bucksburn/Danestone depends on what matters to you. Broadband, transport, and local services vary by street.

What does all of this mean for someone considering AB21 9FA? Aberdeen City as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Dyce/Bucksburn/Danestone has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Data is a starting point for Dyce/Bucksburn/Danestone. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

This covers the key data for AB21 9FA. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Dyce/Bucksburn/Danestone hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.