GL1 broadband and area guide

Superfast broadband is nearly universal at 98.8% across GL1, ensuring almost every premises reaches at least 30 Mbps. However, the technology stack tells a different story. With 0% full fibre deployed, 88.7% gigabit-capable access must come entirely from cable or alternative networks, meaning hybrid fibre-coaxial infrastructure dominates the gigabit footprint. The speed outcome is 88.7% at 300+ Mbps (gigabit-capable) for demanding uses, 10.1% in the superfast 30-300 Mbps band for typical streaming and web work, and 0.2% below Universal Service Obligation thresholds. The absence of fibre-to-the-premises is significant for long-term resilience and upload performance, though current cable gigabit speeds are competitive with fibre for downloads. Households relying on high upload rates should verify that their postcode has cable gigabit rather than cable superfast.

GL1 householders have fast, stable speeds via cable gigabit. However, no fibre option means less choice and potentially lower upload performance than fibre-served areas. Cable dependency also limits future upgrade paths.