IP16 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 312 postcodes across 1 sector in East Suffolk.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
71%
Superfast
93%
Postcodes
312
IP16 in East Suffolk bridges the gap between strong and weak postcodes: 70.5% gigabit across 312 premises, with 1.3% below the Universal Service Obligation and 2.7% below 10 Mbps.
Broadband speeds in IP16
Share of IP16 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 312 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit reaches 70.5% of the 312 premises, above some neighbouring zones but below others. Superfast covers 93.4%. Speed distribution: 70.5% gigabit-capable, 22.8% in 30-300 Mbps, 2.7% below 10 Mbps, 1.3% missing USO. This mid-sized postcode shows typical rural-suburban characteristics: most households achieve serviceable speeds, but a small tail faces connectivity challenges. Zero premises reach above-gigabit speeds. The 1.3% USO-miss rate is material; these properties qualify for statutory support. The 2.7% below-10 Mbps tail is low but not trivial, reflecting some legacy-copper addresses or remoter terrain. IP16's 312-postcode size places it between the tiniest zones and large rural territories. The 22.8% superfast-only tier suggests moderate legacy infrastructure mixed with modern deployment.
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
IP16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IP16 4 | 312 | 93% | 0% | 71% |
All IP16 4 postcodes (312)
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Living in East Suffolk
IP16 is a reasonable choice for those comfortable with gigabit not guaranteed. The USO shortfall is small, but worth noting.
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
IP16 broadband FAQs
Is gigabit available in IP16?
For 70.5%, yes. Check your specific address, as 29.5% see superfast instead.
What about the 1.3% missing the USO threshold?
These premises are eligible for Universal Service Obligation support. Contact your local authority or visit ofcom.org.uk for eligibility confirmation.
How does IP16 perform relative to other rural postcodes?
70.5% gigabit places IP16 in the middle tier. Some zones perform better; others perform worse.
Should I assume superfast or gigabit for IP16 planning?
Superfast is the safe baseline; 70.5% qualify for gigabit. Negotiate address-specific speed guarantees before committing to relocation.
Neighbouring districts
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Data sources: Broadband data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · House prices from HM Land Registry · Crime from Police.uk · See all data sources