HD9 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,182 postcodes across 7 sectors in Kirklees.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
68%
Superfast
90%
Postcodes
1,182
HD9 in Barnsley is the most connectivity-challenged code in the Barnsley/Kirklees cohort, serving 1,182 postcodes with gigabit reaching just over two-thirds of locations.
Broadband speeds in HD9
Share of HD9 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,182 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit infrastructure passes 67.7% of postcodes, a notable drop from neighbouring HD8 in Barnsley. Cable networks provide most ultrafast coverage, while fixed wireless technology adds 34.4% to the delivery mix. Nearly a quarter of postcodes, 22.7%, access 30 to 300 Mbps speeds but not gigabit capabilities. This split suggests a mix of urban and rural areas within the 1,182 postcodes. Below-10-Mbps connections rise to 1.7%, indicating pockets of genuine underconnectivity. Superfast speeds still reach 90.4%, so the majority maintain at least entry-level broadband reliability. The large postcode count contributes to measurable infrastructure gaps across the area.
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
34%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
HD9 splits into 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD9 1 | 198 | 92% | 0% | 62% |
| HD9 2 | 198 | 80% | 0% | 54% |
| HD9 3 | 135 | 88% | 0% | 60% |
| HD9 4 | 116 | 91% | 0% | 82% |
| HD9 5 | 129 | 97% | 0% | 91% |
| HD9 6 | 222 | 96% | 0% | 75% |
| HD9 7 | 184 | 90% | 0% | 62% |
All HD9 1 postcodes (198)
All HD9 2 postcodes (198)
All HD9 3 postcodes (135)
All HD9 4 postcodes (116)
All HD9 5 postcodes (129)
All HD9 6 postcodes (222)
All HD9 7 postcodes (184)
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Living in Kirklees
HD9 shows the cost of scale. 1,182 postcodes make it the second-largest in the batch, and infrastructure rollout has left meaningful gaps. One in fifty-nine premises falls below 10 Mbps, a material problem for video streaming and work-from-home setups. Residents should check their individual availability before moving.
Crime per month
1
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
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
HD9 broadband FAQs
Why is HD9 less well-connected than HD8?
Gigabit drops to 67.7% from 90.2%, suggesting larger rural sections or infrastructure gaps within Barnsley's second postcode.
What's the connectivity split for moderate-speed postcodes?
22.7% of postcodes access 30 to 300 Mbps but not gigabit. These premises can handle streaming but not ultra-reliable 4K video calls.
How many residents face real connectivity challenges?
1.7% of postcodes (roughly 20 out of 1,182) fall below 10 Mbps and should investigate provider options or upgrades.
Is HD9 still workable for modern households?
90.4% reach superfast speeds, so the majority connect well. But the larger slow-speed tail means site-by-site checks matter.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in HD9 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