GU7 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 723 postcodes across 4 sectors in Waverley.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
77%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
723
Guildford has 723 postcodes. Gigabit coverage reaches 76.8%. Below-10-Mbps postcodes are rare.
Broadband speeds in GU7
Share of GU7 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 723 postcodes in the district.
Cable gigabit networks cover 76.8% of Guildford's postcodes, delivering future-ready speeds to the majority. Cable infrastructure has achieved broad penetration across Guildford. Superfast coverage (30 to 300 Mbps) spans 97.5% of premises. The UK average stands at 97%; Guildford's 97.5% is on par or ahead. Across the district, 76.8% of postcodes sit on gigabit networks, while 20.6% rely on superfast alone. This split means most premises can stream and video conference without issue. 0.1% of postcodes, roughly 1 locations, fall below 10 Mbps. These are the Universal Service Obligation threshold. Guildford's infrastructure delivers consistent coverage throughout its postcode base.
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
GU7 splits into 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GU7 1 | 295 | 99% | 0% | 69% |
| GU7 2 | 207 | 93% | 0% | 72% |
| GU7 3 | 220 | 100% | 0% | 93% |
| GU7 9 | 1 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
All GU7 1 postcodes (295)
All GU7 2 postcodes (207)
All GU7 3 postcodes (220)
All GU7 9 postcodes (1)
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Living in Waverley
The speed distribution across Guildford varies by postcode. 76.8% access gigabit networks, 20.6% sit on superfast, with remainder at lower tiers. This mix supports streaming, video conferencing, and large downloads for the majority. Postcodes lacking 10 Mbps are rare, affecting few locations.
Remote worker score
55/100
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
GU7 broadband FAQs
What percentage of Guildford receives gigabit coverage?
76.8% of postcodes are served by gigabit networks. This is the primary connectivity infrastructure across the district.
How many postcodes in Guildford fall below 10 Mbps?
1 postcodes, or 0.1% of the total. These qualify for Universal Service Obligation support.
Does Guildford meet the superfast 30 Mbps standard?
Yes. 97.5% of postcodes exceed 30 Mbps, matching or exceeding the UK average.
What speeds should households expect in Guildford?
76.8% access gigabit (300 plus Mbps), while 20.6% see superfast (30 to 300 Mbps). The ability to stream and work from home extends broadly.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in GU7 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