KY1 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 793 postcodes across 4 sectors in Fife.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
86%
Superfast
96%
Postcodes
793
KY1 is the largest outcode in this batch, covering 793 postcodes across Fife with strong connectivity. Gigabit reaches 86%, and superfast is nearly universal.
Broadband speeds in KY1
Share of KY1 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 793 postcodes in the district.
86.1% of 793 postcodes have gigabit, and 96.3% reach superfast across this large urban postcode. Most sit at 300+ Mbps (86.1%), with 10.2% at 30-300 Mbps and 0.1% below 10 Mbps. No postcodes miss USO. This is city-centre broadband quality spread across a large area, with investment in fibre and cable networks throughout. High speeds are consistent with few gaps or outliers. Size matters: serving 793 postcodes makes infrastructure investment commercially viable in ways it isn't for smaller or remote areas. Speed monitoring data isn't available, but coverage figures show consistent high-speed delivery.
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
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
KY1 splits into 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KY1 1 | 218 | 96% | 0% | 77% |
| KY1 2 | 251 | 96% | 0% | 89% |
| KY1 3 | 143 | 98% | 0% | 86% |
| KY1 4 | 181 | 97% | 0% | 93% |
All KY1 1 postcodes (218)
All KY1 2 postcodes (251)
All KY1 3 postcodes (143)
All KY1 4 postcodes (181)
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Living in Fife
Residents expect gigabit service as the standard and should be able to access it readily. The homogenous high-speed profile means minimal local variation within KY1.
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
KY1 broadband FAQs
How strong is KY1's broadband infrastructure?
With 86.1% gigabit and 96.3% superfast, it delivers extensive urban coverage with minimal gaps.
Why is KY1 so well served?
Large population, urban character, density, and scale make it economically attractive for extensive fibre and gigabit investment.
Is anyone in KY1 below USO?
No. All 793 postcodes meet the minimum 10 Mbps guarantee.
What's the typical speed in KY1?
86% sit at 300+ Mbps gigabit. Real-world performance depends on network congestion and provider; detailed speed monitoring data is not available for this postcode.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in KY1 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