PA31 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 181 postcodes across 2 sectors in Argyll and Bute.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
6%
Superfast
79%
Postcodes
181
PA31 covers 181 postcodes in Argyll and Bute with moderate superfast coverage at 78.6% and higher gigabit penetration at 6.3%, suggesting pockets of modern investment within an older infrastructure base.
Broadband speeds in PA31
Share of PA31 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 181 postcodes in the district.
Superfast broadband reaches 78.6% of PA31, placing it in the mid-range for rural Scotland. Gigabit availability at 6.3% is notably higher than many neighbouring districts, suggesting that investment in modern fibre has occurred more substantially here perhaps ten to twelve postcodes have this capacity. The below-10 Mbps tail affects 10.7%, a moderate rate that indicates infrastructure gaps but not systemic underinvestment. The ratio of superfast to gigabit suggests a transition period: basic fibre subsidy has reached most of the district, and some modern investment has begun, but coverage remains incomplete. This combination makes PA31 uneven in service quality, with clusters of better connectivity alongside patches of older infrastructure.
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
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
PA31 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA31 8 | 180 | 79% | 0% | 6% |
| PA31 9 | 1 | 0% | 0% | 0% |
All PA31 8 postcodes (180)
All PA31 9 postcodes (1)
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Living in Argyll and Bute
PA31 rewards specific postcode checking. A subset of premises enjoy modern gigabit access, while others depend on older copper or basic fibre. The district's 181 postcodes span a range of speeds that may differ significantly between adjacent properties.
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
PA31 broadband FAQs
Is PA31 better connected than neighbouring Argyll districts?
Moderately. At 78.6% superfast and 6.3% gigabit, PA31 has more gigabit investment than many neighbours, suggesting pockets of modern fibre infrastructure.
What percentage of PA31 lacks superfast broadband?
Around 21.4%, a significant share that means one-fifth of the district depends on older copper or wireless infrastructure.
Where is the best broadband in PA31?
The 6.3% of postcodes with gigabit roughly ten locations enjoy modern high-speed fibre. The remainder depend on superfast copper or older technology.
How many postcodes in PA31 have very slow speeds?
About 10.7% are below 10 Mbps, indicating isolated areas with poor connectivity that may not suit remote work.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PA31 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