HA1 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 881 postcodes across 4 sectors in Harrow.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
82%
Superfast
96%
Postcodes
881
Brent has 881 postcodes. Gigabit coverage reaches 81.7%. Below-10-Mbps postcodes are rare.
Broadband speeds in HA1
Share of HA1 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 881 postcodes in the district.
Cable gigabit networks cover 81.7% of Brent's postcodes, delivering future-ready speeds to the majority. Cable networks have penetrated Brent's territory completely. Superfast coverage (30 to 300 Mbps) spans 96.4% of premises. The UK average stands at 97%; Brent's 96.4% is below the national norm. Across the district, 81.7% of postcodes sit on gigabit networks, while 14.7% rely on superfast alone. This split means most premises can stream and video conference without issue. 0.6% of postcodes, roughly 5 locations, fall below 10 Mbps. These are the Universal Service Obligation threshold. Brent supports broad infrastructure coverage across its postcodes.
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
HA1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HA1 1 | 170 | 97% | 0% | 86% |
| HA1 2 | 193 | 95% | 0% | 78% |
| HA1 3 | 247 | 93% | 0% | 69% |
| HA1 4 | 271 | 100% | 0% | 93% |
All HA1 1 postcodes (170)
All HA1 2 postcodes (193)
All HA1 3 postcodes (247)
All HA1 4 postcodes (271)
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Living in Harrow
The speed distribution across Brent varies by postcode. 81.7% access gigabit networks, 14.7% sit on superfast, with remainder at lower tiers. This mix supports streaming, video conferencing, and large downloads for the majority. Sub-10-Mbps postcodes are few and minimally disruptive.
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
HA1 broadband FAQs
What percentage of Brent receives gigabit coverage?
81.7% of postcodes are served by gigabit networks. This is the primary connectivity infrastructure across the district.
How many postcodes in Brent fall below 10 Mbps?
5 postcodes, or 0.6% of the total. These qualify for Universal Service Obligation support.
Does Brent meet the superfast 30 Mbps standard?
Yes. 96.4% of postcodes exceed 30 Mbps, matching or exceeding the UK average.
What speeds should households expect in Brent?
81.7% access gigabit (300 plus Mbps), while 14.7% see superfast (30 to 300 Mbps). Streaming and home work are achievable across most areas.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in HA1 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