Broadband in S17 3BS

S17 3BS sits in Holmesfield, part of North East Derbyshire. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.

Superfast coverage here stands at 0%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Some properties may struggle with speed. The maximum download speed recorded is 10 Mbps. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Looking at the full speed profile for S17 3BS gives a better picture of what to expect. 45.5% of connections fall in the 2 to 5 Mbps range. 54.5% of connections fall in the 5 to 10 Mbps range. 46% of premises get less than 5 Mbps. That is not enough for reliable video calls or streaming.

Translating the numbers at S17 3BS into daily use gives a clearer picture. HD streaming works on one or two devices. 4K may buffer during peak hours. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at S17 3BS. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At S17 3BS, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

0 crimes were reported near S17 3BS in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest train station to S17 3BS is Dore & Totley, 1.8 miles away. A short drive or cycle gets you to the platform. Bus links may also connect. Sheffield is the next closest at 6.4 miles. Sheffield Midland offers another option at 6.4 miles.

The most common council tax band near S17 3BS is Band C. The billing authority is North East Derbyshire. The three most common bands are A (30%), B (25%), C (20%). Band A corresponds to 1991 property values of up to £40,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

4G outdoor coverage at S17 3BS reaches 99%. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. 5G has not yet reached this postcode. Coverage is expanding but remains concentrated in urban centres. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for S17 3BS: remote working 35/100, family 70/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for S17 3BS is North East Derbyshire. The immediate area is Holmesfield, a distinct community within the wider district. The S17 postcode area contains 358 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across S17 ranges from 0% to 100%.

How does S17 3BS compare to its neighbours? S17 3BP (0.48 miles, North East Derbyshire) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. S18 7WE (1.22 miles, North East Derbyshire) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. S17 4BE (1.27 miles, North East Derbyshire) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. S17 4AY (1.39 miles, North East Derbyshire) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit.

When choosing a broadband provider at S17 3BS, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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.

Every part of Holmesfield has its own feel. This data gives you the factual starting point. A visit fills in the rest.

Pulling the data together for S17 3BS, here is what stands out. Limited broadband but good rail access may suit commuters more than home workers. Where fixed broadband falls short, strong 4G coverage offers a practical backup.

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 Holmesfield. 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.

That is the full data picture for S17 3BS in Holmesfield. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.