Broadband in AB21 9FD

This is the area guide for AB21 9FD, located in Dyce/Bucksburn/Danestone (Aberdeen City). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.

Superfast coverage here stands at 18.6%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Some properties may struggle with speed. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 18.6% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 18.6% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at AB21 9FD. 81.4% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 18.6% 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 9FD 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.

FWA broadband has not reached AB21 9FD yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

0% of premises at AB21 9FD fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 18.6% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

Flood risk at AB21 9FD 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.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at AB21 9FD is available across 95% of the area. 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 9FD: remote working 35/100, family 50/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

AB21 9FD falls within the Aberdeen City local authority area. 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 9FD is below the area average of 94%.

How does AB21 9FD compare to its neighbours? AB21 9FB (0.03 miles, dyce-bucksburn-danestone) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. AB21 9DW (0.03 miles, dyce-bucksburn-danestone) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. AB21 9FA (0.05 miles, dyce-bucksburn-danestone) has 1.1% superfast coverage and 1.1% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At AB21 9FD, 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.

Dyce/Bucksburn/Danestone offers a mix of residential properties and local amenities. The character of any area is best judged in person.

What does all of this mean for someone considering AB21 9FD? 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.

Numbers tell part of the story for AB21 9FD. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

This covers the key data for AB21 9FD. 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.