IV4 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 128 postcodes across 1 sector in Highland.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
67%
Superfast
77%
Postcodes
128
IV4 covers 128 postcodes in Highland, with cable networks delivering gigabit speeds to nearly 7 in 10 homes. The roll-out is uneven: two-thirds can access speeds above 300 Mbps, but slow connections still reach one home in eight.
Broadband speeds in IV4
Share of IV4 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 128 postcodes in the district.
Cable coverage dominates this district's infrastructure. A 66.8% of postcodes reach gigabit speeds through cable networks, making IV4 above typical provision. Only 77% achieve superfast (30 plus Mbps), meaning remote areas still struggle with older networks. About one in eight homes face below-10 Mbps speeds, and a further 10% sit between 30 and 300 Mbps, relying on standard copper or older fibre. Fixed wireless reaches 16.8% of postcodes, filling gaps where cable hasn't reached. This mixed provision is typical of areas where infrastructure investment has followed density: excellent where networks cluster, weak in genuinely remote spots. The speed distribution shows two connected communities rather than one.
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
17%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
IV4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IV4 7 | 128 | 77% | 0% | 67% |
All IV4 7 postcodes (128)
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Living in Highland
The speed split reveals two communities: those near infrastructure get gigabit access, others remain on older networks. With no house price data, the value proposition depends on location within the postcode area. Remote workers needing gigabit should check their specific postcode before committing.
Remote worker score
51/100
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
IV4 broadband FAQs
What proportion of IV4 can actually access gigabit speeds?
66.8% of postcodes reach gigabit, almost all through cable networks rather than fibre. The distribution is uneven: cable serves denser areas, leaving surrounding zones on slower technologies.
How common are very slow connections here?
One in eight postcodes experience below-10 Mbps speeds. A further 10% sit between 30 and 300 Mbps, meaning three in four homes do have workable superfast access.
Does fixed wireless cover the gaps?
Yes, partially. 16.8% of postcodes can access fixed wireless, often in areas cable hasn't reached. Combined with superfast (77%), most of IV4 has at least 30 Mbps available.
Should I request a speed check before moving here?
Given the 2.9% below-USO rate, most postcodes clear the 10 Mbps minimum. Still, the gap between gigabit-capable and slow areas is large. Get a quote for your address.
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Every postcode in IV4 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