PA17 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 72 postcodes across 1 sector in North Ayrshire.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
4%
Superfast
83%
Postcodes
72
PA17 in North Ayrshire comprises just 72 postcodes and ranks as the least connected area in this batch, with only 4% gigabit penetration.
Broadband speeds in PA17
Share of PA17 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 72 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit reaches just 4% of the 72 postcodes, three premises at most. This is drastically below UK norms and reflects the rural challenge in North Ayrshire. The 78.5% of postcodes on 30-300 Mbps represent the typical experience here: older cable or fibre without gigabit capability to satisfy modern demands. Critically, 8.6% fall below 10 Mbps, roughly six postcodes in genuine hardship and facing real barriers. Superfast reaches only 82.5%, meaning 17.5% of premises cannot upgrade beyond 10-30 Mbps speeds. No full fibre infrastructure exists here. The connectivity gap versus urban areas is severe and material.
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
PA17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA17 5 | 72 | 83% | 0% | 4% |
All PA17 5 postcodes (72)
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Living in North Ayrshire
PA17 represents genuine digital disadvantage. This rural North Ayrshire area has not received gigabit investment and faces material connectivity challenges.
Remote worker score
51/100
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
PA17 broadband FAQs
Why is gigabit only 4% in PA17?
Rural geography and low population density make gigabit investment uneconomical. Providers prioritise denser areas.
How many homes here struggle with slow broadband?
About 8.6% of the 72 postcodes fall below 10 Mbps, roughly six addresses. This is far above UK average.
What's the typical speed here?
78.5% of postcodes plateau in the 30-300 Mbps tier, older cable or early fibre speeds. Gigabit is rare.
What can I do if I'm one of the below-10-Mbps postcodes?
Request availability checks from all providers. Alternative technologies or satellite may be your only options. This area lacks infrastructure depth.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PA17 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