M26 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 837 postcodes across 4 sectors in Bury.
Full fibre
94%
Gigabit
94%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
837
M26 is a Bolton postcode with 837 addresses. Gigabit-capable networks are widespread at 93.9%, and wireless covers 34% of postcodes, the highest share in this batch.
Broadband speeds in M26
Share of M26 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 837 postcodes in the district.
Full fibre and gigabit both sit at 93.9%. Wireless is remarkably prevalent at 34%, indicating a mixed-technology deployment where some properties rely on wireless rather than wired connections. Superfast is strong at 98%. Speed metrics show 94.4% at 300+ Mbps and 3.6% at 30 to 300 Mbps, with no postcodes below 10 Mbps. The sizeable wireless presence suggests M26 is a transitional area where fibre density varies significantly. M26's wireless footprint reflects real geography, likely steep terrain, sparse development, or listed properties where trenching is restricted. For these areas, wireless offers speeds above the superfast minimum but typically below wired gigabit.
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
34%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
M26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M26 1 | 251 | 97% | 91% | 91% |
| M26 2 | 173 | 98% | 92% | 92% |
| M26 3 | 214 | 99% | 96% | 96% |
| M26 4 | 199 | 99% | 96% | 96% |
All M26 1 postcodes (251)
All M26 2 postcodes (173)
All M26 3 postcodes (214)
All M26 4 postcodes (199)
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Living in Bury
M26's wireless footprint reflects real geography, likely steep terrain, sparse development, or listed properties where trenching is restricted. For these areas, wireless offers speeds above the superfast minimum but typically below wired gigabit.
Remote worker score
99/100
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
M26 broadband FAQs
Why does M26 have such high wireless coverage?
34% of postcodes use wireless technology, suggesting terrain, building density, or local planning constraints make trenched fibre impractical in parts of Bolton.
What's the difference between wireless and fibre in M26?
Fibre (93.9%) delivers symmetric gigabit speeds and lower latency. Wireless technology (34%) is a fallback, often subject to weather and signal obstruction.
How many M26 postcodes lack fibre gigabit?
6.1% sit outside gigabit coverage, mostly served by wireless or slower fibre tiers.
Should I check which technology serves my M26 postcode?
Strongly recommended. 34% wireless coverage means your specific address may not be on fibre, affecting speed reliability.
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Every postcode in M26 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