NP25 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 569 postcodes across 3 sectors in Monmouthshire.
Gigabit
55%
Superfast
86%
Postcodes
569
NP25 in Forest of Dean is one of the slowest in this batch. Only 55% reach gigabit, and 31.3% are stuck at 30-300 Mbps.
Broadband speeds in NP25
Share of NP25 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 569 postcodes in the district.
NP25 spans 569 postcodes across Forest of Dean and remains significantly underconnected compared to national standards. Gigabit reaches only 55%, substantially below UK averages. The speed distribution reflects limited investment: 31.3% of postcodes sit in the 30-300 Mbps band on aging networks, whilst 6% fall below 10 Mbps, a significant share lacking adequate speeds for modern needs. Superfast coverage reaches 86.3%, below typical UK rates. Critically, 2.6% of postcodes miss the Universal Service Obligation entirely. Wireless networks cover only 0.6% of the district. No Ookla speed data is available. NP25 represents Forest of Dean's underserved core, where sparse population and legacy infrastructure create a genuine connectivity challenge.
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
3%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
<1%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
NP25 splits into 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NP25 3 | 195 | 94% | TBC | 60% |
| NP25 4 | 174 | 78% | TBC | 35% |
| NP25 5 | 200 | 86% | TBC | 67% |
All NP25 3 postcodes (195)
All NP25 4 postcodes (174)
All NP25 5 postcodes (200)
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Living in Monmouthshire
House prices are absent. NP25 represents Forest of Dean's rural backbone: sparse population, limited infrastructure investment, and connectivity that trails national standards.
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
NP25 broadband FAQs
Why does NP25 lag so far behind gigabit?
It's a rural Forest of Dean postcode with low population density and limited infrastructure investment. 55% gigabit coverage reflects that.
What should I do if I'm in the 6% with sub-10 Mbps speeds?
Check with Ofcom and your local council for government broadband vouchers. You may qualify for subsidised upgrades.
Is wireless technology deployed in NP25?
Wireless networks cover only 0.6% of postcodes. For most slow areas, it's not a practical solution.
Will my speeds improve?
Government rollout programmes prioritise harder-to-reach areas. Check the Ofcom Better Broadband Scheme and Gigabit-Capable Voucher Scheme for your postcode.
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Every postcode in NP25 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