IP6 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 747 postcodes across 3 sectors in Mid Suffolk.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
56%
Superfast
90%
Postcodes
747
IP6 is an East Suffolk postcode with moderate-to-strong gigabit reach at 55.6%. The postcode spans both high-speed and mid-range service, with a small slow-postcode tail.
Broadband speeds in IP6
Share of IP6 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 747 postcodes in the district.
55.6% to 55.9% of IP6 postcodes support gigabit, placing it in the middle tier of East Suffolk postcodes. Superfast covers 90.4%, below the typical UK superfast penetration. The distribution splits clearly: 34.5% sit in the 30-300 Mbps band forming the secondary service tier, and 2.4% are below 10 Mbps. Wireless coverage appears at 0.1%, negligible. This postcode shows the rural-urban divide within East Suffolk where some areas have modern competitive infrastructure while others rely on older superfast-only service. Households considering postcodes in IP6 should check their specific location carefully, as experience will vary significantly. Some addresses will enjoy gigabit options while others operate within superfast bands. The 2.4% below 10 Mbps represent pockets where infrastructure investment has been particularly thin. For property buyers, this postcode requires individual address verification before committing to a move.
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
<1%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
IP6 splits into 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IP6 0 | 252 | 94% | 0% | 68% |
| IP6 8 | 256 | 89% | 0% | 56% |
| IP6 9 | 239 | 89% | 0% | 42% |
All IP6 0 postcodes (252)
All IP6 8 postcodes (256)
All IP6 9 postcodes (239)
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Living in Mid Suffolk
IP6's mixed profile means checking your specific postcode is essential. Homes here can expect anything from gigabit to struggling superfast, depending on location.
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
IP6 broadband FAQs
Is gigabit available in IP6?
55.6% of postcodes support it. Odds are slightly better than even, but no guarantee. Check your address.
What's the typical speed in IP6?
34.5% are in the 30-300 Mbps band. If not gigabit, this is the likely experience.
Are there slow postcodes in IP6?
2.4% are below 10 Mbps, small but meaningful. Affected premises might investigate Universal Service Obligation eligibility.
How does IP6 compare to other East Suffolk postcodes?
Its 55.6% gigabit and 90.4% superfast put it in the middle of East Suffolk's range, closer to IP18 than to IP3.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in IP6 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