Broadband in CO9 2RN

Great Maplestead is home to CO9 2RN. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at CO9 2RN stands at 77.8%. That is below the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 77.8% of properties. Over half of premises have access to faster tiers. Gigabit-capable connections cover 77.8% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at CO9 2RN. 22.2% of connections fall in the 2 to 5 Mbps range. 77.8% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. 22% of premises get less than 5 Mbps. That is not enough for reliable video calls or streaming. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

What do the broadband speeds at CO9 2RN mean in practice?

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at CO9 2RN. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

11.1% of premises at CO9 2RN fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Properties below the USO can request a connection from BT under the scheme. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 77.8% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

Flood risk at CO9 2RN is rated Medium. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed.

The three most common bands are D (25%), C (20%), E (20%). Band D corresponds to 1991 property values of £68,001 to £88,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

4G outdoor coverage at CO9 2RN reaches 95%. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network. Strong 4G coverage combined with limited fixed broadband means 4G home broadband could be a practical alternative here.

Suitability scores for CO9 2RN: remote working 35/100, family 50/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for CO9 2RN is Braintree. The immediate area is Great Maplestead, a distinct community within the wider district. The CO9 postcode area contains 904 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across CO9 ranges from 0% to 100%. CO9 2RN is below the area average of 96%.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At CO9 2RN, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Great Maplestead offers a mix of residential properties and local amenities. The character of any area is best judged in person.

Pulling the data together for CO9 2RN, here is what stands out. Braintree as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Great Maplestead has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Data is a starting point for Great Maplestead. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

CO9 2RN in Great Maplestead: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.