EX3 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 214 postcodes across 1 sector in Exeter.
Gigabit
94%
Superfast
97%
Postcodes
214
EX3 is among East Devon's best-served outward codes, with gigabit networks reaching nearly all 214 postcodes. Fixed wireless matters a great deal, available at 64.6% of the code.
Broadband speeds in EX3
Share of EX3 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 214 postcodes in the district.
EX3 stands apart within East Devon for gigabit availability. 93.5% of postcodes can access 300 Mbps or above. Only 1% fall short of 30 Mbps, and no postcodes sit below the Universal Service Obligation floor of 10 Mbps. Wireless technologies reach 64.6% of postcodes and can deliver speeds matching wired networks. The 93.5% gigabit share reflects cable and wireless capacity combined, not wired fibre alone. Real-world performance for postcodes in this tier will typically exceed 200 Mbps for downloads. The 93.5% metric represents gigabit capability (300+), a significant achievement for a rural-leaning Devon code. Only 0.3% of the 214 postcodes fall below the superfast threshold. This distribution means households here will rarely encounter bandwidth constraints.
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
65%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
EX3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX3 0 | 214 | 97% | TBC | 94% |
All EX3 0 postcodes (214)
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Living in Exeter
This is a high-speed postcodes. Over 93% sit in the 300+ Mbps bracket. Households here can reliably expect download speeds in the 200-500 Mbps range for wired connections, or comparable performance from fixed wireless. Streaming, video conferencing, and work-from-home demands pose no practical challenge.
Remote worker score
54/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
50/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
EX3 broadband FAQs
What's the difference between EX3's gigabit networks and full fibre availability?
Full fibre data is not available for this code. Gigabit here comes from a mix of cable and fixed wireless technology. Both can deliver 300+ Mbps performance.
How much of EX3 relies on fixed wireless for gigabit speeds?
Fixed wireless is available to 64.6% of postcodes, though not all may deliver gigabit performance. It's a significant part of the local infrastructure.
Will I get gigabit speeds at my EX3 postcode?
93.5% of postcodes in the outward code do, but entry depends on your specific address. Check your postcode to confirm technology and availability.
Are there any postcodes in EX3 with slow broadband?
Only 1% of postcodes receive below 30 Mbps, so connectivity here is very widespread. Slow premises are rare exceptions.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in EX3 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