OX27 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 358 postcodes across 4 sectors in Cherwell.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
60%
Superfast
83%
Postcodes
358
OX27 serves 358 postcodes in Buckinghamshire, a mixed connectivity area where gigabit coverage competes with a higher than typical hardship rate at the slow end.
Broadband speeds in OX27
Share of OX27 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 358 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit reaches 59.6% of postcodes. That leaves 40% dependent on slower services, a concern for households wanting high speeds. The 13.5% of postcodes that fall below 10 Mbps is significantly worse than most outward codes. The UK average sits below 2% for comparison. Here, one postcode in seven struggles with connectivity suitable for older uses only. Superfast is available to 83.2%, but 16.8% of premises remain at 30 Mbps or below their needs. Cable gigabit provides all ultrafast provision across the district. Full fibre infrastructure does not exist here. The 21.8% relying on 30-300 Mbps speeds should check their exact address before committing to a move, particularly those working from home. The 13.5% below 10 Mbps rate means this area has real connectivity challenges for those seeking modern speeds or advanced applications.
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
OX27 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OX27 0 | 57 | 95% | 0% | 92% |
| OX27 7 | 113 | 90% | 0% | 33% |
| OX27 8 | 150 | 72% | 0% | 66% |
| OX27 9 | 38 | 91% | 0% | 64% |
All OX27 0 postcodes (57)
All OX27 7 postcodes (113)
All OX27 8 postcodes (150)
All OX27 9 postcodes (38)
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Living in Cherwell
The connectivity variance in OX27 is notable. A postcodes sitting on newer cable infrastructure enjoy 300+ Mbps, while others endure single-digit Mbps speeds. House prices are not available, but the speed disparities suggest geography and infrastructure investment play large roles here.
Crime per month
1
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
54/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
55/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
OX27 broadband FAQs
How many homes in OX27 have very slow broadband?
About 13.5% of postcodes-roughly 48 postcodes out of 358-fall below 10 Mbps. This is much higher than most UK outward codes and worth checking before a move.
What's the typical broadband speed here?
61.4% have ultrafast access. However, 21.8% enjoy only the 30-300 Mbps range, and 13.5% suffer below 10 Mbps.
Is gigabit available in OX27?
For 59.6% of postcodes, yes, all via cable. The other 40% are limited to slower speeds.
Should I request a speed check before moving here?
Strongly yes. The 13.5% below 10 Mbps rate means postcodes vary dramatically. Verify your exact address's connectivity.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in OX27 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