NP20 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,305 postcodes across 7 sectors in Newport.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
87%
Superfast
97%
Postcodes
1,305
NP20 serving Newport shows strong gigabit availability at 87.3%, underpinned by wired networks and wireless technology together.
Broadband speeds in NP20
Share of NP20 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,305 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit connectivity reaches 87.3% across 1,305 Newport postcodes through a two-technology approach. Fixed wireless networks contribute substantially at 24.2%, forming a key part of Newport's broadband strategy to achieve wide coverage. Superfast reaches 97.1% of the district. Real-world speeds are strong: 87.9% of postcodes hit 300+ Mbps, whilst only 0.7% fall below 10 Mbps, meaning all areas meet the Universal Service Obligation. No Ookla speed data is available. The combination of wired and wireless infrastructure provides Newport with dual pathways to gigabit coverage, reducing dependence on any single technology and improving reliability across the district.
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
24%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
NP20 splits into 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NP20 1 | 112 | 80% | 0% | 43% |
| NP20 2 | 263 | 97% | TBC | 86% |
| NP20 3 | 220 | 100% | TBC | 92% |
| NP20 4 | 173 | 98% | TBC | 91% |
| NP20 5 | 203 | 99% | TBC | 94% |
| NP20 6 | 166 | 99% | TBC | 93% |
| NP20 7 | 168 | 100% | TBC | 95% |
All NP20 1 postcodes (112)
All NP20 2 postcodes (263)
All NP20 3 postcodes (220)
All NP20 4 postcodes (173)
All NP20 5 postcodes (203)
All NP20 6 postcodes (166)
All NP20 7 postcodes (168)
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Living in Newport
House prices are not provided. NP20 is Newport's second urban postcode with strong gigabit reach. The combination of wired and wireless technology reflects Newport's dual-technology strategy for achieving universal connectivity across the district.
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
NP20 broadband FAQs
How strong is gigabit connectivity in NP20?
87.3% of postcodes have gigabit access, a strong rate for an urban district. Most households can access gigabit networks via wired or wireless technology.
Is NP20 good for remote workers?
Yes. 87.9% of postcodes achieve 300+ Mbps, and only 0.7% fall below 10 Mbps. Newport's NP20 is well equipped.
What's the below-10-Mbps situation?
Negligible. Only 0.7% of postcodes are that slow. Most addresses are well served by wired or wireless gigabit networks.
Should I prefer NP19 or NP20?
Both are well connected. NP19 has slightly higher gigabit reach but relies more on fixed wireless. Check your specific postcode's provider options.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in NP20 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