PA20 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 268 postcodes across 2 sectors in Argyll and Bute.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
1%
Superfast
86%
Postcodes
268
PA20 in Argyll and Bute covers 268 postcodes across a sparsely populated rural area, where only 85.5% of premises have access to superfast broadband. This district typifies the connectivity challenges of Scotland's western Highlands.
Broadband speeds in PA20
Share of PA20 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 268 postcodes in the district.
Superfast coverage in PA20 reaches just 85.5% of postcodes, placing it 11 percentage points below the UK average and marking one of the weaker-served districts in the postcode sample. The ultrafast/gigabit picture is starker: only 1.3% of postcodes can access speeds above 30 Mbps. For most households here, broadband means basic fixed-line or older copper infrastructure, not modern fibre. Just over 7% of postcodes remain below 10 Mbps, a tail of slow connections significantly higher than urban averages. The limited ultrafast presence suggests that commercial investment in fibre or cable has focused elsewhere, likely due to the dispersed settlement pattern and cost of deployment in rural terrain.
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
PA20 splits into 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA20 0 | 147 | 89% | 0% | 0% |
| PA20 9 | 121 | 81% | 0% | 3% |
All PA20 0 postcodes (147)
All PA20 9 postcodes (121)
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Living in Argyll and Bute
For those considering a move to PA20, broadband quality will likely be a material factor. Around one in twelve postcodes has speeds too slow for video conferencing or working from home reliably. Even where superfast speeds are available, they may rely on ageing copper infrastructure rather than modern networks. Households should check their specific postcode before committing, as coverage varies significantly within the district.
Remote worker score
53/100
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
PA20 broadband FAQs
Why is broadband coverage so limited in PA20 compared to urban Scotland?
The rural, dispersed nature of settlement in PA20 makes commercial fibre and cable deployment uneconomical. Fewer homes per square kilometre means higher per-premise infrastructure costs, limiting operator investment.
Can I get gigabit broadband in PA20?
Only 1.3% of postcodes in PA20 support ultrafast gigabit speeds. For most premises, ultrafast internet is not available at present.
What should I check before moving to a postcode in PA20?
Enter your specific postcode into a coverage checker, as conditions vary widely. Over 7% of the district has sub-10 Mbps speeds, so proximity to exchanges or fibre cabinets matters significantly.
Are there postcodes in PA20 with no superfast option?
Yes. Around 14.5% of postcodes fall below the superfast threshold, typically relying on older copper or wireless technologies.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in PA20 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