HS2 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 357 postcodes across 2 sectors in Na h-Eileanan Siar.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
9%
Superfast
75%
Postcodes
357
HS2 spans 357 postcodes across Na h-Eileanan Siar, showing weak gigabit (9.4%) and elevated below-USO (3.8%).
Broadband speeds in HS2
Share of HS2 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 357 postcodes in the district.
HS2's 357 postcodes show weak connectivity. 75.1% achieve superfast speeds, with gigabit coverage minimal at 9.4%. 65.8% of premises occupy the 30-300 Mbps tier, adequate for basic household use but not sustained heavy activity. The concern is the 3.8% of postcodes falling below the USO threshold, roughly 14 locations where slow copper or isolated infrastructure limits household capabilities substantially. No cable or wireless networks supplement older island infrastructure. Island geography and limited investment leave most premises reliant on aged fibre or copper technology. The speed gradient here is steep between better-served and struggling areas.
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
4%
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
HS2 splits into 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS2 0 | 217 | 89% | 0% | 8% |
| HS2 9 | 140 | 53% | 0% | 12% |
All HS2 0 postcodes (217)
All HS2 9 postcodes (140)
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Living in Na h-Eileanan Siar
HS2 represents the connectivity challenge of secondary island postcodes. Universal superfast service remains elusive, and gigabit is all but absent.
Remote worker score
50/100
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
HS2 broadband FAQs
Is HS2 notably less connected than HS1?
Yes, with only 75.1% superfast coverage versus HS1's 98.9%, and 3.8% below USO versus none in HS1.
Why is gigabit essentially absent?
9.4% gigabit penetration reflects the absence of modern cable or high-capacity fibre deployment.
What speeds can a typical HS2 household expect?
Most sit in the 30-300 Mbps range, suitable for basic use but not heavy consumption or professional work.
Are any postcodes genuinely struggling?
Yes, 3.8% of postcodes fall below the 30 Mbps threshold, creating real limitations for these households.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in HS2 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