L33 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 529 postcodes across 10 sectors in Knowsley.
Full fibre
82%
Gigabit
82%
Superfast
97%
Postcodes
529
Knowsley L33 covers 529 postcodes with gigabit availability at 82%, a step down from nearby districts like L31 or L32. However, superfast coverage is near-universal at 97.1%, and 15.1% of postcodes fall into the intermediate 30 to 300 Mbps band.
Broadband speeds in L33
Share of L33 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 529 postcodes in the district.
L33 shows a wider spread than neighbouring Knowsley postcodes. Whilst 82% achieve gigabit speeds, superfast baseline stands at 97.1%, meaning almost all addresses meet minimum service levels, with the gap filled by the 15.1% on mid-tier 30 to 300 Mbps infrastructure. This split suggests L33 encompasses both modern, fibre-served areas and older properties where gigabit deployment is incomplete. By UK standards, 82% gigabit coverage is solid for general districts. The distribution indicates L33 represents a distinct secondary tier within Knowsley, with more varied infrastructure than the top-performing L25, L26, or L28. The 15.1% intermediate population is substantial by postcode-district standards and material to connectivity planning.
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
L33 splits into 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L33 0 | 30 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| L33 1 | 143 | 100% | 98% | 98% |
| L33 2 | 34 | 100% | 94% | 94% |
| L33 3 | 11 | 36% | 0% | 0% |
| L33 4 | 80 | 97% | 90% | 90% |
| L33 5 | 31 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| L33 6 | 49 | 99% | 99% | 99% |
| L33 7 | 76 | 93% | 10% | 10% |
| L33 8 | 28 | 100% | 89% | 89% |
| L33 9 | 47 | 100% | 99% | 99% |
All L33 0 postcodes (30)
All L33 1 postcodes (143)
All L33 2 postcodes (34)
All L33 3 postcodes (11)
All L33 4 postcodes (80)
All L33 5 postcodes (31)
All L33 6 postcodes (49)
All L33 7 postcodes (76)
All L33 8 postcodes (28)
All L33 9 postcodes (47)
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Living in Knowsley
Buyers in L33 should budget for potential speed variation across addresses. Whilst gigabit is more likely than not, finding a property limited to superfast or mid-tier speeds is realistic; the 15% intermediate population is substantial.
Crime per month
1
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
98/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
80/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
L33 broadband FAQs
Why is L33 slower than other Knowsley codes?
L33 at 82% gigabit suggests a mix of fully deployed modern areas and older neighbourhoods still on fibre phase-two schedules.
What does the 15.1% on 30 to 300 Mbps mean for my postcode?
About 80 L33 postcodes sit on mid-tier speeds. Check your specific address, as location within the district matters significantly.
Should I prioritise L25 over L33 for guaranteed speed?
L25 has 95.5% gigabit versus L33's 82%. If maximum speed is critical, yes. For ordinary households, L33's 82% is still strong.
Can I upgrade from superfast to gigabit in L33?
Availability depends on your exact postcode. 82% have infrastructure; contact your provider to check upgrade eligibility.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in L33 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