LA17 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 59 postcodes across 1 sector in Westmorland and Furness.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
54%
Superfast
78%
Postcodes
59
LA17 is the most troubled postcode in this batch, with just 59 postcodes in Westmorland and Furness. Gigabit reach is the lowest here, and slow-speed postcodes form a meaningful tail.
Broadband speeds in LA17
Share of LA17 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 59 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit networks have reached only 53.7% of LA17, a steep drop from better-connected areas. Superfast covers 77.8%, notably below UK averages and reflecting limited network investment. The speed distribution reveals significant capacity constraints: 53.7% gigabit, 24.1% in the 30-300 Mbps bracket, and worryingly, 10.8% below 10 Mbps. Below-USO postcodes add another 0.7%. This one-in-ten slow-speed cohort is the largest in this batch, indicating a rural pocket underserved by broadband rollout. Alternative technologies are unavailable. The speed variance suggests that households in LA17 face genuine connectivity risks. This postcode is unsuitable for bandwidth-intensive remote work without explicit checking and confirmation.
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
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
LA17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA17 7 | 59 | 78% | 0% | 54% |
All LA17 7 postcodes (59)
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Living in Westmorland and Furness
No house price records exist. Connectivity in LA17 demands careful pre-move verification; it is unsuitable for bandwidth-intensive remote work without explicit checking.
Remote worker score
52/100
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
LA17 broadband FAQs
Should I definitely check before moving to LA17?
Yes. 10.8% of postcodes fall below 10 Mbps, making address-level verification critical.
What is the slowest common speed in LA17?
About one in ten postcodes sit below 10 Mbps, while another quarter occupy the 30-300 Mbps band.
How does LA17 compare to the rest of this postcode region?
Gigabit coverage is 53.7%, the lowest in the LA batch, and superfast at 77.8% is below both UK and regional norms.
Are there any postcodes in LA17 with USO compliance failures?
Yes. 0.7% fall below USO minimums, and another 10.8% are below 10 Mbps.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in LA17 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