IP26 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 333 postcodes across 2 sectors in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
33%
Superfast
81%
Postcodes
333
IP26 is the slowest Breckland postcode in this sample, with gigabit reaching only one-third of postcodes and a concerning 9% falling below 10 Mbps. Infrastructure here is noticeably behind peer areas.
Broadband speeds in IP26
Share of IP26 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 333 postcodes in the district.
32.9% of IP26 postcodes support gigabit speeds, the lowest gigabit share across Breckland in this batch. Superfast coverage is 80.9%, well below the UK averages seen in most postcode areas. The real issue is the slow tail: 9% of postcodes are below 10 Mbps, and 4.6% lack even Universal Service Obligation minimum access. These are among the worst figures in the postcode sample, indicating real infrastructure lag in some areas. The majority sit in the 30-300 Mbps band at 48%, which provides adequate service but offers no headroom for future bandwidth growth. Wireless coverage at 0.2% suggests minimal recent investment in alternative technologies. IP26 is clearly underserved relative to neighbouring Breckland postcodes. Households considering postcodes here should factor in realistic expectations about upgrade timelines and availability of providers. Affected premises below Universal Service Obligation thresholds may have valid claims for intervention subsidies.
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
5%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
<1%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
IP26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IP26 4 | 204 | 84% | 0% | 35% |
| IP26 5 | 129 | 76% | 0% | 30% |
All IP26 4 postcodes (204)
All IP26 5 postcodes (129)
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Living in King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Households considering IP26 should factor in an elevated risk of slow broadband. Rural premises here may face real constraints and should investigate upgrade eligibility or alternative services.
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
IP26 broadband FAQs
Is IP26 known for slow broadband?
Yes, by the standards of this sample. 9% are below 10 Mbps and 4.6% lack Universal Service Obligation minimum access. More than most postcodes.
What alternative technology options exist in IP26?
Very few. Coverage at 0.2% means wired options dominate. Most addresses rely on traditional copper or cable networks.
How does IP26 compare to nearby Breckland postcodes?
Its 32.9% gigabit and 80.9% superfast lag behind IP22, IP24, and IP27, indicating older infrastructure or different investment priorities.
What recourse is there for IP26 residents struggling with slow speeds?
Those in postcodes lacking Universal Service Obligation minimum access (4.6%) may invoke their right to a subsidy or complaint process with Ofcom.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in IP26 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