EH7 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 713 postcodes across 3 sectors in City of Edinburgh.
Full fibre
93%
Gigabit
93%
Superfast
99%
Postcodes
713
EH7 contains 713 Edinburgh postcodes with 92.8% gigabit fibre availability and 99.3% superfast coverage. This shows well-connected urban infrastructure.
Broadband speeds in EH7
Share of EH7 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 713 postcodes in the district.
Full fibre gigabit reaches 92.8% of EH7's postcodes. Superfast extends to 99.3%, ensuring near-universal access. Speed tiers reflect this distribution: 93.3% reach 300 Mbps or faster, whilst only 6% sit at 30-300 Mbps. Zero postcodes fall below superfast. No aerial technology infrastructure. EH7 represents mature urban fibre deployment where multiple providers compete. Residents have gigabit options with consistent availability. The near-total absence of postcodes below gigabit reflects dense urban character and early infrastructure investment. Those without gigabit typically have reliable superfast alternatives suitable for household use. Speed variation across the district is minimal. Most households can expect gigabit from their chosen provider. Competition and coverage density benefit residents. Infrastructure continues to mature and expand into remaining postcodes. Future investment will likely connect the small percentage of postcodes currently at superfast speeds to gigabit fibre. Overall, EH7 demonstrates successful urban deployment with mature, reliable infrastructure.
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
EH7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EH7 4 | 198 | 100% | 88% | 88% |
| EH7 5 | 242 | 99% | 91% | 91% |
| EH7 6 | 273 | 99% | 98% | 98% |
All EH7 4 postcodes (198)
All EH7 5 postcodes (242)
All EH7 6 postcodes (273)
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Living in City of Edinburgh
Most EH7 households have gigabit access or nearby alternatives. Speed options are consistent across the district, with few variations.
Remote worker score
100/100
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
EH7 broadband FAQs
What percentage of EH7 homes can access gigabit fibre?
92.8% of postcodes, reflecting extensive fibre deployment in this central Edinburgh area.
Are there postcodes in EH7 below superfast speeds?
No. 100% meet the Universal Service Obligation.
How does EH7's connectivity compare to other central Edinburgh codes?
EH7 reaches 92.8% gigabit. Codes like EH6 (91.7%) and EH5 (95.1%) are similar, all in the 91-95% range.
What speed should I expect throughout EH7?
93% have access to gigabit or better. The remainder typically have superfast alternatives.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in EH7 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