HS1 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 224 postcodes across 1 sector in Na h-Eileanan Siar.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
19%
Superfast
99%
Postcodes
224
HS1 covers 224 postcodes in Na h-Eileanan Siar with exceptional superfast coverage at 98.9% but minimal gigabit at just 18.8%.
Broadband speeds in HS1
Share of HS1 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 224 postcodes in the district.
This small island district of 224 postcodes shows a stark profile: 98.9% reach superfast speeds, yet only 18.8% access gigabit capacity. The speed breakdown is revealing. 18.8% sit at 300-plus Mbps, whilst 80.1% cluster in the 30-300 Mbps band. No postcodes fall below the Universal Service Obligation. The absence of cable networks means either older fibre rollout or copper infrastructure supplies nearly all premises with superfast access but not the speeds beyond. This represents full superfast coverage across an island district, a significant achievement given remoteness and cost constraints.
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
HS1 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS1 2 | 224 | 99% | 0% | 19% |
All HS1 2 postcodes (224)
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Living in Na h-Eileanan Siar
HS1 residents enjoy universal superfast access, a significant achievement for island infrastructure. Gigabit limitations reflect the expense and complexity of high-capacity island upgrades.
Remote worker score
55/100
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
HS1 broadband FAQs
Why is gigabit coverage so low despite universal superfast?
No cable networks exist. Island infrastructure delivers superfast via fibre or copper, both capped below 300 Mbps for most premises.
Can households here stream video or work remotely?
Yes, the 30-300 Mbps band supports multiple users, though not sustained 4K streaming or bandwidth-heavy activity.
Are any postcodes below the Universal Service Obligation?
No. All 224 postcodes exceed 30 Mbps, a remarkable outcome for an island district.
Are cable networks or wireless alternatives deployed?
Neither cable nor wireless networks are deployed. Traditional island fibre or copper infrastructure supplies the entire district.
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Every postcode in HS1 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