EH28 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 135 postcodes across 1 sector in City of Edinburgh.
Full fibre
67%
Gigabit
67%
Superfast
90%
Postcodes
135
EH28 covers 135 postcodes in City of Edinburgh with mixed connectivity outcomes. Two-thirds of premises reach gigabit, but one-third remain on slower infrastructure.
Broadband speeds in EH28
Share of EH28 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 135 postcodes in the district.
Full fibre reaches 66.9% of postcodes in EH28, with a wider 21.3% of postcodes in the 30-300 Mbps intermediate tier. Superfast availability is 89.7%, leaving a small gap where older networks persist. Not a single postcode drops below the universal service obligation. The infrastructure split is pronounced: gigabit access is available but not universal, and meaningful numbers of households face speed ceilings below gigabit. This two-tier distribution makes postcode checking essential before moving. The pattern is characteristic of urban postcodes where deployment has been uneven and older infrastructure persists alongside modern fibre. Gigabit infrastructure remains concentrated in certain areas, leaving other postcodes dependent on superfast provision.. Cable and fibre infrastructure coexist, with technology choice depending on deployment history and geography.. Prospective residents must check their specific postcode's speed tier before finalising relocation plans..
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
0%
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
EH28 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EH28 8 | 135 | 90% | 67% | 67% |
All EH28 8 postcodes (135)
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Living in City of Edinburgh
EH28's connectivity is split between modern fibre and older hybrid infrastructure. Households here should verify their specific postcode's speed availability; options vary considerably.
Remote worker score
95/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
80/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
EH28 broadband FAQs
Is gigabit fibre common in EH28?
For 66.9% of postcodes yes. The remaining 33% are on hybrid copper or slower infrastructure, typically delivering 30-300 Mbps.
How many postcodes have the 30-300 Mbps ceiling?
Around 29 postcodes out of 135 are capped at this tier. Adequate for most households but not optimal for heavy downloads or simultaneous high-bandwidth use.
Why are some EH28 postcodes slower than others?
Fibre deployment has been uneven. Operator rollout, state-funded schemes and geographic factors determine which areas received full fibre first.
Should I check my postcode before committing to a move?
Absolutely. Speed availability within EH28 varies. Search your postcode to confirm gigabit access or determine your actual speed tier.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in EH28 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