HP1 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 623 postcodes across 3 sectors in Dacorum.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
89%
Superfast
96%
Postcodes
623
HP1 in Dacorum covers 623 postcodes with near-complete ultrafast availability. Cable networks serve the entire area exclusively.
Broadband speeds in HP1
Share of HP1 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 623 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit-capable networks pass 88.5% of postcodes, with ultrafast reaching 89.3%. This tight alignment suggests most postcodes deliver the full 300+ Mbps speeds. Cable infrastructure serves the entire 623 postcode area without alternative technologies, indicating mature planning. Below-USO postcodes are nonexistent, and only 0.4% fall below 10 Mbps, showing remarkably consistent coverage. Superfast speeds reach 95.9%, ensuring nearly all premises reliably meet modern entry-level broadband expectations. The 6.6% accessing 30 to 300 Mbps remain well-served for streaming and browsing. This mature cable infrastructure in a settled suburban area provides reliable service.
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
HP1 splits into 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP1 1 | 231 | 97% | 0% | 87% |
| HP1 2 | 193 | 95% | TBC | 88% |
| HP1 3 | 199 | 96% | 0% | 91% |
All HP1 1 postcodes (231)
All HP1 2 postcodes (193)
All HP1 3 postcodes (199)
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Living in Dacorum
HP1's cable-only backbone and strong gigabit reach make it reliable for households juggling multiple streams and video calls. The near-total absence of slow-speed outliers suggests consistent planning from the local provider.
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
HP1 broadband FAQs
Why does HP1 not use alternative technologies?
Cable networks achieve 89.3% ultrafast coverage sufficiently throughout this denser area.
What's the difference between ultrafast and gigabit here?
89.3% access ultrafast versus 88.5% gigabit, suggesting a few cable postcodes deliver 30 to 300 Mbps rather than the full gigabit tier.
How reliable is broadband across HP1?
95.9% reach superfast. Only 0.4% experience slow speeds. Connectivity is highly consistent.
Is HP1 ideal for remote work households?
88.5% gigabit availability supports multiple simultaneous high-bandwidth users.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in HP1 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