IP13 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,165 postcodes across 5 sectors in East Suffolk.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
44%
Superfast
86%
Postcodes
1,165
IP13 in East Suffolk is the batch's weakest performer: 43.5% gigabit, 2.6% below the Universal Service Obligation threshold, and 5.3% below 10 Mbps across 1,165 postcodes.
Broadband speeds in IP13
Share of IP13 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,165 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit coverage at 43.5% is the lowest in this dataset, reflecting minimal fibre investment in this vast rural zone. Full fibre is absent (0%); infrastructure relies entirely on older cable and copper technology. Superfast reaches just 85.9%, the lowest superfast share in this batch. Speed distribution is steeply negative: 43.5% gigabit-capable, 42.4% in 30-300 Mbps, 5.3% below 10 Mbps, 2.6% missing USO entirely. The 1,165-postcode footprint is the largest in this batch, spanning a substantial rural territory with heterogeneous deployment stages. The 42.4% mid-tier share shows most properties rely on legacy infrastructure rather than modern gigabit. The 2.6% USO-miss rate is concerning; these premises qualify for statutory service guarantees but currently fall short. IP13 represents rural territory at its most under-invested, with deployment cascading from gigabit through superfast to significant slow tails.
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
3%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
2%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
IP13 splits into 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IP13 0 | 244 | 87% | 0% | 41% |
| IP13 6 | 281 | 91% | 0% | 47% |
| IP13 7 | 230 | 82% | 0% | 33% |
| IP13 8 | 155 | 80% | 0% | 28% |
| IP13 9 | 255 | 86% | 0% | 61% |
All IP13 0 postcodes (244)
All IP13 6 postcodes (281)
All IP13 7 postcodes (230)
All IP13 8 postcodes (155)
All IP13 9 postcodes (255)
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Living in East Suffolk
IP13 is a connectivity red flag for remote workers or bandwidth-heavy households. The majority see superfast at best; a substantial slow tail needs careful assessment.
Remote worker score
53/100
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
IP13 broadband FAQs
Why is IP13 the worst in this batch?
Gigabit at 43.5% reflects rural remoteness and minimal fibre investment. Deployment disparity within a single county is stark.
What realistic speeds should I expect in IP13?
42.4% of premises see 30-300 Mbps. 43.5% access gigabit. 5.3% lag below 10 Mbps. Outcomes vary wildly by address.
Is the 2.6% missing USO a major concern?
It's small but real. If your IP13 address lands there, you're eligible for Universal Service Obligation support. Contact your local authority.
Can I rely on connectivity in IP13?
No. Remote working requires provisioned gigabit or strong superfast backups. Negotiate speed guarantees and demand provider commitment to upgrade.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in IP13 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