EX39 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,339 postcodes across 6 sectors in Torridge.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
76%
Superfast
88%
Postcodes
1,339
EX39 is North Devon's largest outward code at 1,339 postcodes, with strong gigabit coverage at 75.5% and very few slow postcodes at 6.4%.
Broadband speeds in EX39
Share of EX39 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,339 postcodes in the district.
EX39 is North Devon's connectivity flagship. With 1,339 postcodes, it's the region's largest outward code and also among the best-served. Gigabit (300+ Mbps) reaches 75.5% of postcodes (over 1,000 premises), matching or exceeding most comparable codes. Superfast (30+ Mbps) extends to 88%, leaving 12.6% in the 30-100 Mbps middle band and 6.4% below 10 Mbps. Wireless technology at 53.9% supports capacity but most gigabit comes from wired infrastructure. The speed distribution is well-balanced: three-quarters gigabit, one-eighth mid-tier superfast, 6.4% slow tail. Households outside the gigabit band will typically access 50-100 Mbps. Real-world gigabit performance exceeds 300 Mbps. The breadth of the gigabit reach across such a large code makes EX39 a reliable choice for high-speed requirements.
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
1%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
54%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
EX39 splits into 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX39 1 | 325 | 99% | 0% | 85% |
| EX39 2 | 153 | 97% | 0% | 92% |
| EX39 3 | 248 | 99% | 0% | 90% |
| EX39 4 | 230 | 86% | 0% | 74% |
| EX39 5 | 285 | 69% | 0% | 50% |
| EX39 6 | 98 | 67% | 0% | 59% |
All EX39 1 postcodes (325)
All EX39 2 postcodes (153)
All EX39 3 postcodes (248)
All EX39 4 postcodes (230)
All EX39 5 postcodes (285)
All EX39 6 postcodes (98)
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Living in Torridge
EX39 offers broad gigabit access and few connectivity dead zones. Households across the outward code can plan for decent speeds: either gigabit performance or solid 30-100 Mbps superfast. The small slow tail (6.4%) is manageable relative to wider rural North Devon.
Remote worker score
53/100
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
EX39 broadband FAQs
Why is EX39 so much larger than other North Devon outward codes?
EX39 is the principal postcode district for a large geographic area within North Devon, grouping many local communities together.
What's the gigabit picture across EX39?
75.5% of postcodes, over 1,000 addresses, have gigabit access. It's the dominant connectivity option here.
How common is wireless technology in EX39?
53.9% of postcodes have wireless technology available, playing a supporting role. Most gigabit capacity comes from cable and fibre.
Are there speed variations across EX39?
Yes, but most postcodes (88%) reach superfast minimums. The 6.4% below 10 Mbps is small relative to outward code size.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in EX39 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