HP2 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 961 postcodes across 4 sectors in Dacorum.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
87%
Superfast
97%
Postcodes
961
HP2 in Dacorum covers 961 postcodes with gigabit reaching 86.5% and a modest slow-speed tail. Cable networks provide connectivity throughout the area.
Broadband speeds in HP2
Share of HP2 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 961 postcodes in the district.
Ultrafast passes 87.6% of the 961 postcodes in HP2, with gigabit at 86.5%, indicating most gigabit postcodes deliver full 300+ Mbps speeds. Cable infrastructure carries all ultrafast services. The 8.9% accessing 30 to 300 Mbps speeds represent a secondary tier, and 2.4% fall below 10 Mbps. Below-USO postcodes are virtually absent at 0.1%. Superfast reaches 96.5%, so the vast majority connects above the modern baseline expectation. Within this large postcode, two zones emerge: a strong gigabit-capable cable tier and a small slow-speed pocket suggesting older infrastructure or difficult terrain.
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
<1%
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
HP2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP2 4 | 282 | 99% | 0% | 89% |
| HP2 5 | 306 | 100% | 0% | 95% |
| HP2 6 | 146 | 94% | 0% | 81% |
| HP2 7 | 227 | 91% | 0% | 76% |
All HP2 4 postcodes (282)
All HP2 5 postcodes (306)
All HP2 6 postcodes (146)
All HP2 7 postcodes (227)
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Living in Dacorum
HP2's 961 postcodes show good overall connectivity, but the 2.4% below-10-Mbps tail deserves attention. Buyers should confirm addresses carefully in areas prone to slower service.
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
HP2 broadband FAQs
Why the 2.4% slow-speed postcodes in HP2?
Likely older copper infrastructure or terrain challenges in pockets of this large area. Not universal, so check your specific address.
Is gigabit common in HP2?
86.5% have gigabit access, so it's the norm but not guaranteed.
How does HP2 compare to HP1?
HP1 has 88.5% gigabit and 0.4% slow speed versus HP2's 86.5% and 2.4%. HP1 edges ahead in consistency.
What should buyers verify?
With 961 postcodes and a measurable slow-speed share, confirm your specific address before committing to plans.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in HP2 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