IP7 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 691 postcodes across 3 sectors in Babergh.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
53%
Superfast
90%
Postcodes
691
IP7 is Babergh with just over half its postcodes supporting gigabit. The postcode's speed range is fairly even, from high-speed to mid-tier service.
Broadband speeds in IP7
Share of IP7 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 691 postcodes in the district.
52.5% of IP7 postcodes reach gigabit, and 90.4% have superfast access. The 37.9% in the 30-300 Mbps band form the postcode's secondary tier, suitable for households without gigabit hunger. Below-10-Mbps postcodes represent 3.6%, a small but notable share. Wireless appears at 0.1%, negligible. Universal Service Obligation shortfalls affect 1% of postcodes. This is a typical Babergh zone with mixed infrastructure age and investment patterns. Some areas have modern fibre or cable gigabit available, others rely on older superfast services. Buyers should assess whether gigabit is critical to their needs. Most households will function well in the 30-300 Mbps band, but some postcodes within IP7 fall below that tier. The postcode's profile means checking individual addresses is essential before moving. For households with ordinary streaming and working needs, IP7 offers solid service; for those requiring premium bandwidth, gigabit odds are roughly even.
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
IP7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IP7 5 | 238 | 92% | 0% | 60% |
| IP7 6 | 238 | 90% | 0% | 64% |
| IP7 7 | 215 | 90% | 0% | 31% |
All IP7 5 postcodes (238)
All IP7 6 postcodes (238)
All IP7 7 postcodes (215)
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Living in Babergh
Buyers here should assess whether gigabit is critical. Most households will function well in the 30-300 Mbps band, but some postcodes fall below.
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
IP7 broadband FAQs
What are the odds of gigabit in IP7?
52.5% of postcodes support it, slightly better than even odds. Still, check your address specifically.
What happens if my IP7 address isn't gigabit?
37.9% sit in the 30-300 Mbps band, solid for families and remote work. A few postcodes are slower.
Are there problem areas in IP7?
3.6% are below 10 Mbps, small but not negligible. 1% lack Universal Service Obligation access and may qualify for intervention.
How does IP7 rank among Babergh postcodes?
At 52.5% gigabit, IP7 has moderate coverage within Babergh. The district's postcodes vary significantly, from low gigabit areas to high-penetration zones.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in IP7 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