KA1 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 948 postcodes across 5 sectors in East Ayrshire.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
84%
Superfast
97%
Postcodes
948
KA1 spans 948 postcodes in East Ayrshire with excellent urban infrastructure. Superfast reaches 96.8%, gigabit covers 83.7%, and only 0.7% fall below 10 Mbps. This is a well-connected urban district.
Broadband speeds in KA1
Share of KA1 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 948 postcodes in the district.
Fibre gigabit reaches 83.7% of KA1 postcodes, showing material infrastructure investment. Superfast covers 96.8%, so nearly all properties get adequate access. Only 0.7% see below-10 Mbps, a tiny proportion. This large postcode (948 addresses) suggests a town or city where operators prioritise investment because it's profitable. Ofcom's 2026 data puts UK average for full fibre premises passed at 69%. KA1 exceeds this at 83.7%, showing above-average urban provisioning. Most properties can get gigabit; superfast is available as a secondary option. Multiple fibre operators serve most streets.
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
0%
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
KA1 splits into 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KA1 1 | 132 | 96% | 0% | 79% |
| KA1 2 | 198 | 100% | 0% | 93% |
| KA1 3 | 216 | 99% | 0% | 89% |
| KA1 4 | 186 | 100% | 0% | 92% |
| KA1 5 | 216 | 90% | 0% | 66% |
All KA1 1 postcodes (132)
All KA1 2 postcodes (198)
All KA1 3 postcodes (216)
All KA1 4 postcodes (186)
All KA1 5 postcodes (216)
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Living in East Ayrshire
KA1 is typical of UK urban provision: gigabit and superfast are standard, slow access is minimal. House prices are unavailable, but this connectivity level commands premiums.
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
KA1 broadband FAQs
How much gigabit is available in KA1?
83.7%, above the UK average of 69 percent premises passed for full fibre. This urban district shows significant fibre investment.
Is slow internet a concern?
No. Only 0.7% fall below 10 Mbps. KA1 is reliably connected.
Will gigabit reach the remaining 16.3%?
Likely. With 83.7% already served and 96.8% on superfast, fibre upgrades to remaining postcodes are probably planned.
Is KA1 suitable for remote work?
Yes. 83.7% gigabit and near-universal superfast make this ideal for demanding connectivity needs.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in KA1 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